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STARLINK-6302 (56396)
COSPAR: 2023-061Y | Alt Name: Starlink 6302
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 4, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56396
International Designator
2023-061Y
Epoch
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:36:13 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
165.86°
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Argument of Perigee
272.85°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6302
Alternative Name
Starlink 6302
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 56396U 23061Y 26199.90015733 .00000404 00000+0 24200-4 0 9995
2 56396 43.0031 165.8577 0001577 272.8547 87.2125 15.27577106172079
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6302 satellite, also known as Starlink 6302, is owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on May 4, 2023, from the AFSFL LC40 launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. With a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg, it is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power generation and is propelled by Krypton ion thrusters. Its purpose is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 5-6-23 constellation.
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
290
Launch Mass
305
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 5-6-23
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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