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STARLINK-5543 (56341)
COSPAR: 2023-058AA | Alt Name: Starlink 5543
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56341
International Designator
2023-058AA
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:35:32 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
198.51°
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Argument of Perigee
85.05°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5543
Alternative Name
Starlink 5543
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 56341U 23058AA 26201.27468279 .00002286 00000+0 16229-3 0 9993
2 56341 97.2834 198.5065 0002048 85.0530 275.0931 15.05647018178069
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5543 is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation, identified by NORAD CAT ID 56341 and OBJECT ID 2023-058AA. Launched on April 27, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 260 kilograms and a launch mass of 300 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power and is propelled by Krypton ion thrusters. The shape of the satellite is described as box-shaped with an additional pan feature. It operates in communication missions for 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
260
Launch Mass
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-5-25
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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