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STARLINK-30565 (58034)
COSPAR: 2023-156G | Alt Name: Starlink 30565
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58034
International Designator
2023-156G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:18:12 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
186.64°
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Argument of Perigee
88.20°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30565
Alternative Name
Starlink 30565
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 58034U 23156G 26200.34597344 .00000603 00000+0 28993-4 0 9999
2 58034 53.1608 186.6396 0001840 88.1988 271.9226 15.34390213156472
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30565 satellite, also known as Starlink 30565, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on October 9, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it 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 had an initial launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload equipment and includes optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes. It uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor and is powered by solar arrays complemented by batteries. The shape of the satellite is described as a box with a pan design, and it is owned and operated by SpaceX for communication services.
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 7-4-07
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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