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STARLINK-6064 (56805)
COSPAR: 2023-078AQ | Alt Name: Starlink 6064
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
56805
International Designator
2023-078AQ
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:13:26 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
351.31°
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Argument of Perigee
267.67°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6064
Alternative Name
Starlink 6064
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 56805U 23078AQ 26200.80099928 .00000345 00000+0 36695-4 0 9993
2 56805 70.0005 351.3094 0002639 267.6708 92.4148 14.98338247172961
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6064 satellite, also known as Starlink 6064, was launched on May 31, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink constellation and was manufactured by SPXS for communication purposes. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms with a launch mass of 305 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power supply, adopting a box plus panel shape design.
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 2-10-39
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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