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STARLINK-5983 (57224)
COSPAR: 2023-094G | Alt Name: Starlink 5983
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57224
International Designator
2023-094G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:52:19 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
3.98°
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Argument of Perigee
267.54°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5983
Alternative Name
Starlink 5983
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 57224U 23094G 26200.86967083 .00000245 00000+0 18447-4 0 9993
2 57224 43.0030 3.9844 0001378 267.5382 92.5311 15.27575271167335
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5983 is a communication satellite part of the Starlink Group 5-13-07 constellation, manufactured by SPXS and owned by SPXS. It was launched on July 7, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, with a launch mass of 305 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor 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.
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 5-13-07
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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