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STARLINK-32823 (62823)
COSPAR: 2025-018T | Alt Name: Starlink 32823
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62823
International Designator
2025-018T
Epoch
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:31:21 GMT
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Inclination
53.15°
Right Ascension
317.50°
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Argument of Perigee
277.26°
Period
88.26 min
Mean Motion
16.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32823
Alternative Name
Starlink 32823
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 62823U 25018T 26142.68844907 .12619469 12158-4 22000-2 0 9993
2 62823 53.1496 317.5028 0017518 277.2635 82.6418 16.31554391 74627
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32823 satellite, also known as Starlink 32823 and part of the Starlink V2M bus series, was launched on January 24, 2025, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This US-owned satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans about 29 meters with its deployed components. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and was launched at a mass of 730 kilograms. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," indicating a box-shaped body with additional elements resembling a pan. Manufactured by SPXS, it belongs to the Starlink Group 11-6-18 payload and its owner is also listed as SPXS. Further details such as purpose, power sources, transmission frequencies, or specific equipment are not provided in this data set.
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
0.3
Diameter
4.1
Span
29
Dry Mass
700
Launch Mass
730
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 11-6-18
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2M
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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