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STARLINK-5340 (56506)
COSPAR: 2023-065D | Alt Name: Starlink 5340
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 14, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56506
International Designator
2023-065D
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:16:03 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
177.74°
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Argument of Perigee
265.58°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5340
Alternative Name
Starlink 5340
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 56506U 23065D 26200.34448867 .00001175 00000+0 52219-4 0 9998
2 56506 43.0021 177.7430 0001515 265.5793 94.4885 15.27575549176868
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5340 satellite, also known as Starlink 5340, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on May 14, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (LC40) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This communication satellite has dimensions including a length of 0.2 meters, diameter of 2.8 meters, and span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kg at launch with a dry mass of 290 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by the same entity and operates under the Starlink Group 5-9-04 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 5-9-04
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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