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STARLINK-5822 (57064)
COSPAR: 2023-088S | Alt Name: Starlink 5822
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NORAD ID
57064
International Designator
2023-088S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:06 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
86.82°
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Argument of Perigee
220.03°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5822
Alternative Name
Starlink 5822
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 57064U 23088S 26200.37507944 .00000066 00000+0 11932-4 0 9993
2 57064 43.0019 86.8232 0001102 220.0338 140.0433 15.27576036169498
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5822 satellite, also known as Starlink 5822, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on June 22, 2023, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a length of 0.2 meters, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 290 kilograms with a launch mass of 305 kilograms. 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 supply. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), this satellite is owned and operated by SpaceX under the Starlink Group 5-7-17 mission for enhancing 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 5-7-17
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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