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STARLINK-30298 (57665)
COSPAR: 2023-124C | Alt Name: Starlink 30298
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57665
International Designator
2023-124C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:30:12 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
312.80°
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Argument of Perigee
92.88°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30298
Alternative Name
Starlink 30298
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 57665U 23124C 26200.72931255 .00002844 00000+0 95277-4 0 9996
2 57665 53.1580 312.8041 0000850 92.8755 267.2345 15.34394454163798
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30298 satellite, also known as Starlink 30298, is a communication satellite manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series. It was launched on August 22, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and has a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg while its launch mass was 730 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, and argon ion thrusters for propulsion, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply. The satellite's shape consists of a box with a pan configuration and is owned by SpaceX (SPXS), operating under the Starlink Group 7-1-03 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
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 7-1-03
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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