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STARLINK-5511 (57252)
COSPAR: 2023-094AL | Alt Name: Starlink 5511
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57252
International Designator
2023-094AL
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:22:53 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
353.63°
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Argument of Perigee
267.05°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5511
Alternative Name
Starlink 5511
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 57252U 23094AL 26200.76589735 .00000935 00000+0 43517-4 0 9999
2 57252 43.0044 353.6258 0001632 267.0506 93.0159 15.27576987167444
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5511 is a communication satellite from SpaceX's Starlink constellation, identified by NORAD CAT ID 57252 and OBJECT ID 2023-094AL. 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 with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. With a dry mass of 290 kg, it carries a Ku/Ka-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It is equipped with Krypton ion thrusters and solar arrays paired with batteries as its power source. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan."
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 5-13-35
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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