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STARLINK-5536 (57062)
COSPAR: 2023-088Q | Alt Name: Starlink 5536
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57062
International Designator
2023-088Q
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:03:42 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
72.66°
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Argument of Perigee
281.47°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5536
Alternative Name
Starlink 5536
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 57062U 23088Q 26200.33590779 -.00003919 00000+0 -13303-3 0 9990
2 57062 43.0033 72.6632 0001100 281.4719 78.6009 15.27560758170638
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5536 satellite, also known as Starlink 5536, is part of the Starlink constellation owned and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on June 22, 2023, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this communication satellite has a launch mass of 305 kg and carries equipment for Ku/Ka-band payload communication and optical inter-satellite link. It measures approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans about 9 meters. The dry mass is 290 kg, and it is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, the satellite's primary mission is to facilitate communication services as part of the Starlink Group 5-7-15 payload 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 5-7-15
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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