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STARLINK-30426 (57848)
COSPAR: 2023-141J | Alt Name: Starlink 30426
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57848
International Designator
2023-141J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:46:42 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
29.82°
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Argument of Perigee
112.65°
Period
94.10 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30426
Alternative Name
Starlink 30426
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 57848U 23141J 26200.94910529 -.00000418 00000+0 -19781-5 0 9997
2 57848 53.1605 29.8202 0001136 112.6537 247.4584 15.30207099160572
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-30426 is a communication satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 57848 and OBJECT ID 2023-141J. It belongs to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration, manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) in the US. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans 29 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. At launch, it weighed 730 kilograms with dry mass being 700 kilograms. It was launched on September 12, 2023, from AFWTR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) via SLC4E using a Falcon 9 rocket. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. It uses Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering and operates as part of the Starlink Group 7-2-09 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 7-2-09
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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