STARLINK-5093 (56332)

COSPAR: 2023-058R | Alt Name: Starlink 5093

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 27, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

56332

International Designator

2023-058R

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:31:32 GMT

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Inclination

97.28°

Right Ascension

198.51°

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Argument of Perigee

89.61°

Period

95.64 min

Mean Motion

15.06 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5093

Alternative Name

Starlink 5093

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 56332U 23058R   26201.27190153 -.00000229  00000+0 -12005-4 0  9992

2 56332  97.2836 198.5102 0001834  89.6089 270.5349 15.05649114178077

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Summary

The Starlink-5093 satellite, also known as Starlink 5093, is operated by SpaceX (SPXS) and was launched on April 27, 2023, from Vandenberg Space Force Base's SLC4E pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and has a span of 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 260 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 300 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload technology, an optical inter-satellite link for communication, and krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system, Starlink-5093 is part of the larger Starlink Group 3-5-16 constellation aimed at providing global internet coverage. The satellite's power generation relies on solar arrays complemented by batteries.

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

260

Launch Mass

300

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 3-5-16

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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