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STARLINK-30280 (57643)
COSPAR: 2023-122M | Alt Name: Starlink 30280
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 17, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57643
International Designator
2023-122M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:55:05 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
65.13°
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Argument of Perigee
265.44°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30280
Alternative Name
Starlink 30280
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 57643U 23122M 26200.99659183 -.00000172 00000+0 32679-5 0 9997
2 57643 43.0040 65.1308 0001372 265.4351 94.6344 15.27572333162445
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-30280 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-122M) is a Starlink V2M model under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration, manufactured by SPXS in the US. Launched on August 17, 2023, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite's primary purpose is communication as part of the Starlink Group 6-10-12 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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 6-10-12
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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