STARLINK-5563 (56135)

COSPAR: 2023-046AV | Alt Name: Starlink 5563

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 29, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

56135

International Designator

2023-046AV

Decay Date

5/5/2024

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5563

Alternative Name

Starlink 5563

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The Starlink satellite STARLINK-5563 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-046AV) was launched on March 29, 2023, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Launch Complex 40, using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when its components are extended. Its dry mass is 290 kg with a launch mass of 305 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload systems and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes, the satellite utilizes krypton ion thrusters as propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. The satellite's shape is described as box-like with an additional pan configuration.

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 5-10-43

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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