STARLINK-37002 (68164)

COSPAR: 2026-049Y | Alt Name: N/A

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STARLINK-37002 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 13, 2026

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

68164

International Designator

2026-049Y

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:23:12 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

97.28°

Right Ascension

221.84°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

104.67°

Period

93.91 min

Mean Motion

15.33 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-37002

Alternative Name

N/A

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

N/A

Latest TLEs
1 68164U 26049Y   26201.01611376  .00011553  00000+0  35961-3 0  9993
2 68164  97.2836 221.8368 0001526 104.6708 255.4704 15.33446581 19920

Source: Celestrak

Summary
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

29.0

Dry Mass

530

Launch Mass

575

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 17-31-23

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2MO

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Unknown

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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