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STARLINK-5959 (56454)
COSPAR: 2023-064G | Alt Name: Starlink 5959
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56454
International Designator
2023-064G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:45:28 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
172.55°
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Argument of Perigee
270.41°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5959
Alternative Name
Starlink 5959
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 56454U 23064G 26200.32324368 .00000044 00000+0 11469-4 0 9992
2 56454 69.9995 172.5521 0003189 270.4130 89.6664 14.98328550174965
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-5959 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-064G) is a Starlink communication satellite owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on May 10, 2023, from Vandenberg Space Force Base's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. It weighs 290 kilograms dry and had an initial launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite link technology, it utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power. The satellite is propelled by krypton ion thrusters and has a shape described as "Box + pan". It belongs to the Starlink Group 2-9-07 constellation and serves a communication purpose in its mission.
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 2-9-07
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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