STARLINK-5354 (57140)

COSPAR: 2023-090AR | Alt Name: Starlink 5354

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

June 23, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

57140

International Designator

2023-090AR

Decay Date

9/22/2024

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5354

Alternative Name

Starlink 5354

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The Starlink-5354 satellite, identified by NORAD CAT ID 57140 and OBJECT_ID 2023-090AR, was launched on June 23, 2023, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), this communication satellite weighs 305 kg at launch and has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when deployed. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and has a box plus pan shape.

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

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 5-12-40

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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