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STARLINK-32822 (62868)
COSPAR: 2025-022Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32822
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62868
International Designator
2025-022Q
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:30:16 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
233.13°
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Argument of Perigee
87.39°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32822
Alternative Name
Starlink 32822
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62868U 25022Q 26201.10435339 .00013831 00000+0 41986-3 0 9996
2 62868 53.1577 233.1302 0000835 87.3950 272.7149 15.34389547 82193
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32822 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-022Q) is a Starlink V2M model manufactured by SPXS, owned by the same entity, and launched from AFWTR on February 1, 2025. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters, with a dry mass of 700 kg and launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite reached a stable orbit on February 2, 2025, at 03:23 UTC. Its shape is described as "Box + pan." It belongs to the Starlink Group 11-4-15 payload.
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 11-4-15
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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