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STARLINK-5963 (56780)
COSPAR: 2023-078P | Alt Name: Starlink 5963
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56780
International Designator
2023-078P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:01:58 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
11.17°
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Argument of Perigee
265.43°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5963
Alternative Name
Starlink 5963
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56780U 23078P 26200.79303266 -.00000070 00000+0 19565-5 0 9990
2 56780 70.0005 11.1732 0002990 265.4335 94.6482 14.98329892172472
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5963 is a communication satellite operated by SPXS (SpaceX), launched on May 31, 2023, from SLC4E at AFWTR using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length, with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and was launched with a mass of 305 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and an optical inter-satellite link. Its propulsion system includes krypton ion thrusters, while its power generation comes from solar arrays complemented by batteries. It forms part of the Starlink Group 2-10-14 constellation mission aimed at providing global internet connectivity.
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 2-10-14
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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