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STARLINK-5529 (56495)
COSPAR: 2023-064AZ | Alt Name: Starlink 5529
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56495
International Designator
2023-064AZ
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:15:45 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
131.28°
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Argument of Perigee
269.77°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5529
Alternative Name
Starlink 5529
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 56495U 23064AZ 26200.80260463 .00000744 00000+0 70155-4 0 9999
2 56495 70.0005 131.2755 0002866 269.7685 90.3146 14.98335331176021
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5529 satellite, also known as Starlink 5529, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on May 10, 2023, from Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite links, it also features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), STARLINK-5529 is designed to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 2-9-48 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 2-9-48
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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