STARLINK-5883 (55956)

COSPAR: 2023-037AU | Alt Name: Starlink 5883

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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

55956

International Designator

2023-037AU

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:59:43 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

292.11°

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Argument of Perigee

267.53°

Period

96.11 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5883

Alternative Name

Starlink 5883

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 55956U 23037AU  26200.45814550  .00000004  00000+0  81156-5 0  9996

2 55956  69.9998 292.1077 0003351 267.5338  92.5437 14.98328872184214

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Summary

The STARLINK-5883 satellite, also known as Starlink 5883, is operated by SpaceX (SPXS) and was launched on March 17, 2023, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, the satellite has a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg. It is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation for communication purposes and is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, contributing to its operational efficiency in orbit.

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 2-8-43

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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