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STARLINK-30705 (57945)
COSPAR: 2023-148L | Alt Name: Starlink 30705
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57945
International Designator
2023-148L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:49:14 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
130.09°
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Argument of Perigee
102.27°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30705
Alternative Name
Starlink 30705
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 57945U 23148L 26200.53420122 -.00000147 00000+0 67801-5 0 9996
2 57945 53.1593 130.0902 0001247 102.2712 257.8430 15.34381988158634
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30705 satellite, also known as Starlink 30705, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on September 25, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, and it was launched with a mass of 730 kg. Equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays, batteries for power supply, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, the satellite serves as part of the Starlink Group 7-3-11 communication constellation. The shape is described as "Box + pan," and it was stabilized on September 25, 2023, at 9:51 AM GMT+8.
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 7-3-11
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
Map
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