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STARLINK-30231 (57514)
COSPAR: 2023-113V | Alt Name: Starlink 30231
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 7, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57514
International Designator
2023-113V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:41:06 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
349.79°
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Argument of Perigee
261.61°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30231
Alternative Name
Starlink 30231
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 57514U 23113V 26200.82020867 .00001253 00000+0 55053-4 0 9997
2 57514 43.0029 349.7899 0001432 261.6060 98.4630 15.27580903163888
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30231 satellite, also known as Starlink 30231, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and was launched on August 7, 2023. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans up to 29 meters when deployed. The satellite weighs 700 kg dry and had a launch mass of 730 kg. It was launched from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (AFETR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from Launch Pad LC40. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, and solar arrays for power, STARLINK-30231 is part of the Starlink Group 6-8-20 constellation. The satellite was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and owned by the same entity, serving communication purposes in its mission.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 6-8-20
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
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