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STARLINK-6194 (57077)
COSPAR: 2023-088AF | Alt Name: Starlink 6194
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57077
International Designator
2023-088AF
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:31:29 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
71.03°
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Argument of Perigee
273.10°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6194
Alternative Name
Starlink 6194
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 57077U 23088AF 26200.68853088 .00000316 00000+0 21017-4 0 9997
2 57077 43.0049 71.0310 0001223 273.1044 86.9668 15.27563609170846
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-6194 satellite, also known as Starlink 6194, was launched on June 22, 2023, from the AFWTR launch site using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs 305 kilograms at launch, reducing to 290 kilograms dry mass after deployment. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. Manufactured by SPXS, Starlink-6194 is part of the Starlink Group 5-7-30 constellation designed for communication purposes and orbits in a box plus pan shape 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 5-7-30
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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