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STARLINK-5929 (55959)
COSPAR: 2023-037AX | Alt Name: Starlink 5929
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55959
International Designator
2023-037AX
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:12:10 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
291.66°
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Argument of Perigee
269.37°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5929
Alternative Name
Starlink 5929
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 55959U 23037AX 26200.67512154 .00000167 00000+0 21793-4 0 9998
2 55959 69.9997 291.6614 0003577 269.3659 90.7090 14.98330034184244
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-5929 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-037AX) is a Starlink communication satellite launched on March 17, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 290 kilograms with a total launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it also features Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. It belongs to the Starlink Group 2-8-46 constellation and is owned by SPXS (SpaceX).
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 2-8-46
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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