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STARLINK-5481 (57255)
COSPAR: 2023-094AP | Alt Name: Starlink 5481
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NORAD ID
57255
International Designator
2023-094AP
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:54:16 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
354.01°
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Argument of Perigee
270.46°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5481
Alternative Name
Starlink 5481
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 57255U 23094AP 26200.70436214 .00000164 00000+0 15478-4 0 9998
2 57255 43.0031 354.0149 0001458 270.4629 89.6055 15.27576990167436
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5481 satellite, also known as Starlink 5481, is owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX) and was launched on July 7, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kg at launch and carries equipment such as Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Powered by solar arrays and batteries, the satellite is equipped with Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and is part of the Starlink Group 5-13-38 constellation. The satellite's shape can be described as a box with a pan 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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 5-13-38
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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