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On August 22, at 2:37 a.m. PT, SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The rocket carried 21 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit.

This mission marked the 15th flight for the first stage booster, which has previously supported other missions such as Crew-1, Crew-2, SXM-8, CRS-23, IXPE, Transporter-4, Transporter-5, Globalstar FM15, and ISI EROS C-3. With this launch, the booster has now been used to deploy satellites for a total of six Starlink missions.

SpaceX aims to create a global broadband network called Starlink, which utilizes a constellation of satellites in low-Earth orbit. The goal is to provide high-speed internet connectivity to even the most remote parts of the world. Each Starlink satellite weighs approximately 260 kg (573 lbs) and is equipped with advanced communication technology.

By increasing the number of satellites in orbit, SpaceX can enhance coverage and improve connectivity for Starlink users. The satellites are designed to communicate with each other using laser links, reducing the reliance on ground-based infrastructure.

The successful deployment of these 21 Starlink satellites brings us closer to achieving a global network that can deliver fast and reliable internet access to underserved areas. SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of space exploration and technology, making significant strides towards their ambitious goal of global connectivity.

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