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STARLINK-6293 (57354)
COSPAR: 2023-099AC | Alt Name: Starlink 6293
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 16, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57354
International Designator
2023-099AC
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:16:22 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
218.21°
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Argument of Perigee
274.38°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-6293
Alternative Name
Starlink 6293
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 57354U 23099AC 26200.34470823 -.00000267 00000+0 -17813-6 0 9990
2 57354 43.0005 218.2112 0000979 274.3839 85.6901 15.27575164166337
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-6293 satellite, also known as Starlink 6293, is owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on July 16, 2023, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans up to 9 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, with a total launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, it also features krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and utilizes solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. This satellite falls under the Starlink Group 5-15-27 constellation and serves a communication 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 5-15-27
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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