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STARLINK-5834 (57071)
COSPAR: 2023-088Z | Alt Name: Starlink 5834
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57071
International Designator
2023-088Z
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:11:13 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
63.97°
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Argument of Perigee
267.62°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5834
Alternative Name
Starlink 5834
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 57071U 23088Z 26201.92446294 -.00000819 00000+0 -20227-4 0 9998
2 57071 43.0036 63.9694 0001612 267.6202 92.4465 15.27566470170708
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink satellite designated STARLINK-5834 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-088Z) is a communication satellite owned by SpaceX and was launched on June 22, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, with a dry mass of 290 kilograms and a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite link, it also features Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. This satellite is part of the Starlink Group 5-7-24 constellation, aiming to provide global internet coverage.
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 5-7-24
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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