SpaceX Launches 23 More Starlink Satellites into Orbit
Date: 2023-11-08 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: TECHNOLOGY
SpaceX, the renowned American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company, marked a significant milestone in their mission to provide global internet connectivity. On a mission that took place on Wednesday, SpaceX launched 23 more Starlink internet satellites into orbit, adding to their already expansive Starlink mega-constellation.
The launch took place from the 40th launch complex at Cape Canaveral, Florida, under the auspices of the United States Space Force. Following the successful launch, the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket completed a controlled vertical landing on the drone ship "Just Read the Instructions" stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. Approximately 30 minutes later, the newly deployed satellites were positioned in orbit.
This mission marks SpaceX's 80th orbital launch of 2023, with the majority of these missions dedicated to expanding the Starlink mega-constellation. The Starlink project aims to provide high-speed internet access to customers worldwide, especially in remote and underserved areas.
According to astrophysicist and satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell, there are currently over 5,000 Starlink satellites operating in low Earth orbit. This extensive network of satellites serves as the backbone for SpaceX's internet service.
SpaceX continues to make progress in its mission to revolutionize global internet access, and with each successful launch, the Starlink network becomes more robust and extensive. The company's efforts to provide reliable internet access to remote and underprivileged communities are gaining momentum, and it remains a significant player in the satellite internet industry.
The launch took place from the 40th launch complex at Cape Canaveral, Florida, under the auspices of the United States Space Force. Following the successful launch, the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket completed a controlled vertical landing on the drone ship "Just Read the Instructions" stationed in the Atlantic Ocean. Approximately 30 minutes later, the newly deployed satellites were positioned in orbit.
This mission marks SpaceX's 80th orbital launch of 2023, with the majority of these missions dedicated to expanding the Starlink mega-constellation. The Starlink project aims to provide high-speed internet access to customers worldwide, especially in remote and underserved areas.
According to astrophysicist and satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell, there are currently over 5,000 Starlink satellites operating in low Earth orbit. This extensive network of satellites serves as the backbone for SpaceX's internet service.
SpaceX continues to make progress in its mission to revolutionize global internet access, and with each successful launch, the Starlink network becomes more robust and extensive. The company's efforts to provide reliable internet access to remote and underprivileged communities are gaining momentum, and it remains a significant player in the satellite internet industry.
