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STARLINK-5482 (56358)
COSPAR: 2023-058AT | Alt Name: Starlink 5482
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56358
International Designator
2023-058AT
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:59:37 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
198.54°
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Argument of Perigee
92.33°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5482
Alternative Name
Starlink 5482
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 56358U 23058AT 26201.24974471 -.00000099 00000+0 -29474-5 0 9994
2 56358 97.2844 198.5441 0001976 92.3281 267.8173 15.05653874178074
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5482 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink Group 3-5-42 constellation, manufactured by SpaceX and launched on April 27, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions measuring 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and 9 meters in span, the satellite has a dry mass of 260 kilograms and a launch mass of 300 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The spacecraft utilizes krypton ion thrusters as motors and solar arrays with batteries to power its systems.
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 3-5-42
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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