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STARLINK-6052 (56793)
COSPAR: 2023-078AC | Alt Name: Starlink 6052
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56793
International Designator
2023-078AC
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:55:49 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
11.28°
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Argument of Perigee
267.04°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6052
Alternative Name
Starlink 6052
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 56793U 23078AC 26200.83043500 .00000258 00000+0 29437-4 0 9996
2 56793 70.0003 11.2812 0002616 267.0391 93.0469 14.98331953172478
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6052 satellite, also known as Starlink 6052, is a communication satellite operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on May 31, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. The spacecraft has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, and it had a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power. It also employs krypton ion thrusters as its motor system to maintain orbit. The shape of STARLINK-6052 is described as a box with a pan configuration.
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 2-10-27
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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