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STARLINK-30207 (57407)
COSPAR: 2023-102D | Alt Name: Starlink 30207
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57407
International Designator
2023-102D
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:42:31 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
208.33°
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Argument of Perigee
272.43°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30207
Alternative Name
Starlink 30207
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 57407U 23102D 26200.73786769 -.00000114 00000+0 53932-5 0 9997
2 57407 43.0035 208.3341 0001538 272.4340 87.6336 15.27574798166618
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-30207, also known as Starlink 30207, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Launched on July 20, 2023, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this Starlink V2M satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kg at launch, with a dry mass of 700 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload for communication purposes and an optical inter-satellite link. Its power system includes solar arrays and batteries. The satellite employs Argon ion thrusters as its motor and has a box plus pan shape. It was successfully stabilized on the same day it was launched, July 20, 2023.
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.
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
Dry Mass
700
Launch Mass
730
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 6-15-04
Purpose
Communication
Mission
Communication
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2M
Configuration
Starlink v2 Mini
Motor
Argon ion thrusters
Equipment
Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link
Power System
Solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
Map
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