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STARLINK-30264 (57534)
COSPAR: 2023-115P | Alt Name: Starlink 30264
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57534
International Designator
2023-115P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:25:56 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
183.46°
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Argument of Perigee
284.03°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30264
Alternative Name
Starlink 30264
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 57534U 23115P 26200.68467704 -.00000554 00000+0 -10596-4 0 9998
2 57534 43.0024 183.4596 0001407 284.0335 76.0360 15.27582547165541
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-30264 satellite, also known as STARLINK-30264, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink v2 Mini configuration. Launched on August 8, 2023, from the AFWTR launch site using a Falcon 9 rocket, it has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. The satellite weighs 730 kg at launch and carries a dry mass of 700 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite's mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 6-20-14 payload constellation.
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 6-20-14
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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