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STARLINK-5988 (56320)
COSPAR: 2023-058D | Alt Name: Starlink 5988
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56320
International Designator
2023-058D
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:59:00 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
197.73°
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Argument of Perigee
87.52°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5988
Alternative Name
Starlink 5988
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56320U 23058D 26200.49931391 -.00000079 00000+0 -16056-5 0 9993
2 56320 97.2840 197.7254 0002286 87.5208 272.6281 15.05654065177618
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5988 satellite, also known as Starlink 5988, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on April 27, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and 9 meters in span with solar arrays extended. It weighs about 300 kilograms at launch and carries a dry mass of 260 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, and it uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Solar arrays and batteries provide power to the satellite.
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
260
Launch Mass
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-5-04
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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