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STARLINK-30503 (57975)
COSPAR: 2023-151M | Alt Name: Starlink 30503
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 30, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
57975
International Designator
2023-151M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:07:44 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
310.73°
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Argument of Perigee
266.78°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30503
Alternative Name
Starlink 30503
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 57975U 23151M 26200.71371500 .00002506 00000+0 10056-3 0 9996
2 57975 43.0048 310.7268 0001743 266.7845 93.2807 15.27578296155950
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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-30503 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-151M) is a Starlink v2 Mini configuration launched on September 30, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's LC40 launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It was manufactured by SPXS and has a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities along with optical inter-satellite links and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. Power comes from solar arrays and batteries, and its mission is communication-based as part of the Starlink Group 6-19-12 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 6-19-12
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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