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STARLINK-6035 (56323)
COSPAR: 2023-058G | Alt Name: Starlink 6035
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56323
International Designator
2023-058G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:25:59 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
198.03°
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Argument of Perigee
95.09°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6035
Alternative Name
Starlink 6035
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56323U 23058G 26200.72638619 .00000053 00000+0 75469-5 0 9992
2 56323 97.2838 198.0262 0001983 95.0923 265.0531 15.05651523177634
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-6035 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink Group 3-5-07 and owned by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on April 27, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs around 300 kilograms at launch with a dry mass of 260 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system includes Krypton ion thrusters.
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 3-5-07
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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