STARLINK-30556 (58031)

COSPAR: 2023-156D | Alt Name: Starlink 30556

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 9, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58031

International Designator

2023-156D

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:45:50 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

192.97°

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Argument of Perigee

92.45°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30556

Alternative Name

Starlink 30556

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 58031U 23156D   26200.69850270  .00002018  00000+0  70867-4 0  9993

2 58031  53.1582 192.9714 0001260  92.4483 267.6664 15.34383021156408

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Summary

The satellite named STARLINK-30556, also known as Starlink 30556, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 7-4-04 payload. It was launched on October 9, 2023, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), this satellite features an Argon ion thruster motor and is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload systems along with optical inter-satellite links for communication. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape consists of a box with an extended pan configuration.

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

Dry Mass

700

Launch Mass

730

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

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Visual Magnitude

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Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 7-4-04

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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