STARLINK-2534 (48311)

COSPAR: 2021-036AM | Alt Name: Starlink 2534

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 29, 2021

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

48311

International Designator

2021-036AM

Epoch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:23:20 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

266.48°

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Argument of Perigee

74.39°

Period

94.01 min

Mean Motion

15.32 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-2534

Alternative Name

Starlink 2534

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 48311U 21036AM  26185.22454606 -.00000595  00000-0 -74057-5 0  9999

2 48311  53.1586 266.4757 0001092  74.3944 285.7178 15.31708314286071

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Summary

The STARLINK-2534 satellite, also known as Starlink 2534, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on April 29, 2021, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans 9 meters across. With a dry mass of 248 kg and a launch mass of 260 kg, it is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and optical inter-satellite links for selected prototypes. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power and is propelled by krypton ion thrusters. Its shape is described as a box with a pan configuration.

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

0.2

Diameter

2.8

Span

Dry Mass

248

Launch Mass

260

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink V1.0-L24-37

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Krypton ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (a few prototypes)

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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