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STARLINK-30268 (57531)
COSPAR: 2023-115L | Alt Name: Starlink 30268
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57531
International Designator
2023-115L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:24:27 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
336.56°
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Argument of Perigee
270.96°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30268
Alternative Name
Starlink 30268
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 57531U 23115L 26200.68365440 .00000015 00000+0 10070-4 0 9996
2 57531 43.0045 336.5578 0001377 270.9560 89.1134 15.27573196162532
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Summary
The satellite STARLINK-30268 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-115L) is a Starlink v2 Mini variant manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on August 8, 2023, from the SLC4E launch pad at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 rocket, this communication satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. It measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans 29 meters. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays for power generation, and Argon ion thrusters as its motor system. Its shape is described as Box + pan.
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 6-20-11
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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