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STARLINK-30716 (57936)
COSPAR: 2023-148B | Alt Name: Starlink 30716
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57936
International Designator
2023-148B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:44:40 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
133.59°
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Argument of Perigee
78.61°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30716
Alternative Name
Starlink 30716
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 57936U 23148B 26200.19769074 -.00001426 00000+0 -36037-4 0 9998
2 57936 53.1603 133.5868 0001126 78.6090 281.5037 15.30191644158558
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30716 satellite, also known as Starlink 30716, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and was launched on September 25, 2023. It has a bus type of Starlink V2M and was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The launch took place from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters, featuring solar arrays and batteries for power supply. It has a dry mass of 700 kg and was launched with a total mass of 730 kg. The payload includes a Ku/Ka/E-band communication system along with an optical inter-satellite link, and it uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor system. This satellite operates for communication purposes under the ownership of SpaceX.
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 7-3-02
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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