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STARLINK-5488 (57250)
COSPAR: 2023-094AJ | Alt Name: Starlink 5488
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57250
International Designator
2023-094AJ
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:56:11 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
353.80°
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Argument of Perigee
271.38°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5488
Alternative Name
Starlink 5488
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 57250U 23094AJ 26200.78901778 -.00005121 00000+0 -17657-3 0 9993
2 57250 43.0040 353.7959 0001727 271.3822 88.6831 15.27597313167444
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5488 satellite, also known as Starlink 5488, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on July 7, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters with solar arrays and batteries for power. The satellite weighs 305 kilograms at launch and 290 kilograms dry, equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link technology. It uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and is operated by SPXS for communication purposes under the Starlink Group 5-13-33 mission.
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 5-13-33
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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