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STARLINK-5884 (55957)
COSPAR: 2023-037AV | Alt Name: Starlink 5884
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55957
International Designator
2023-037AV
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:19:17 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
290.36°
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Argument of Perigee
269.28°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5884
Alternative Name
Starlink 5884
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 55957U 23037AV 26201.22172499 -.00000691 00000+0 -50075-4 0 9991
2 55957 69.9999 290.3596 0003572 269.2821 90.7928 14.98330836184323
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5884 satellite, also known as Starlink 5884 and part of the Starlink Group 2-8-44, was launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on March 17, 2023, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and 9 meters in span, the satellite has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and was equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power supply. It carries a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," and it operates primarily for communication purposes under the ownership of SpaceX (SPXS).
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.
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
9
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 2-8-44
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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