STARLINK-36857 (68518)

COSPAR: 2026-068L | Alt Name: N/A

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 30, 2026

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

68518

International Designator

2026-068L

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:54:02 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

234.50°

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Argument of Perigee

59.06°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-36857

Alternative Name

N/A

Type

Payload

Status

Unknown

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs

1 68518U 26068L   26200.41252919  .00006954  00000+0  21677-3 0  9992

2 68518  53.1572 234.4961 0000993  59.0620 301.0480 15.34398518 17152

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 10-44-11

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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