STARLINK-5900 (55948)

COSPAR: 2023-037AL | Alt Name: Starlink 5900

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 17, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

55948

International Designator

2023-037AL

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:42:13 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

291.74°

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Argument of Perigee

271.75°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5900

Alternative Name

Starlink 5900

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 55948U 23037AL  26200.69599088  .00000122  00000+0  17987-4 0  9990

2 55948  70.0001 291.7357 0003173 271.7452  88.3344 14.98332826184242

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Summary

STARLINK-5900, also known as Starlink 5900, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Launched on March 17, 2023, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kilograms at launch and carries equipment such as Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and an optical inter-satellite link. The dry mass is recorded at 290 kg, and its propulsion system includes krypton ion thrusters. Solar arrays and batteries provide the necessary power for its operation. The satellite's mission is to enhance global communication networks.

Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.2

Diameter

2.8

Span

Dry Mass

290

Launch Mass

305

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 2-8-35

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Krypton ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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