STARLINK-6363 (57375)

COSPAR: 2023-099AZ | Alt Name: Starlink 6363

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Launch Details

Launch Date

July 16, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

57375

International Designator

2023-099AZ

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:57:58 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

216.07°

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Argument of Perigee

276.84°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-6363

Alternative Name

Starlink 6363

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 57375U 23099AZ  26200.74858980 -.00000284  00000+0 -80550-6 0  9998

2 57375  43.0014 216.0750 0001060 276.8376  83.2355 15.27575973166390

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Summary

The STARLINK-6363 satellite, also known as Starlink 6363, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on July 16, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (AFETR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans up to 9 meters when its components are fully extended. It weighs around 305 kilograms at launch, with a dry mass of about 290 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation. Its propulsion system consists of krypton ion thrusters. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), STARLINK-6363 serves as part of the Starlink Group 5-15-48, focusing on enhancing global communication networks.

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

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 5-15-48

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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