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STARLINK-30291 (57856)
COSPAR: 2023-141S | Alt Name: Starlink 30291
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57856
International Designator
2023-141S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:35:22 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
29.69°
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Argument of Perigee
84.78°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30291
Alternative Name
Starlink 30291
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 57856U 23141S 26200.77457141 .00000584 00000+0 30588-4 0 9992
2 57856 53.1605 29.6917 0001338 84.7835 275.3319 15.31698653160562
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-30291 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-141S), was launched on September 12, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 vehicle. It is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and manufactured by SPXS for communication purposes. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans 29 meters. Equipped with Argon ion thrusters, solar arrays, and batteries as its power source, it carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication. The launch mass is 730 kilograms while the dry mass is 700 kilograms. It has a box plus pan shape and falls under the ownership of SPXS as part of the Starlink Group 7-2-17 mission 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 7-2-17
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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