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STARLINK-5877 (56354)
COSPAR: 2023-058AP | Alt Name: Starlink 5877
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NORAD ID
56354
International Designator
2023-058AP
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:46:55 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
199.25°
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Argument of Perigee
127.65°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5877
Alternative Name
Starlink 5877
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56354U 23058AP 26200.94925503 .00000477 00000+0 36951-4 0 9993
2 56354 97.2826 199.2512 0001505 127.6539 232.4825 15.05656105178097
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5877 satellite, also known as Starlink 5877, was launched on April 27, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft is part of the Starlink Group 3-5-38 constellation and has a dry mass of 260 kg and launch mass of 300 kg. It measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, featuring a box + pan shape. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system consists of krypton ion thrusters. The mission aims to provide communication services, manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), and operated under the ownership of SpaceX as well.
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 3-5-38
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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