STARLINK-30542 (58041)

COSPAR: 2023-156P | Alt Name: Starlink 30542

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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

58041

International Designator

2023-156P

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:34:13 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

186.15°

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Argument of Perigee

82.48°

Period

93.90 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30542

Alternative Name

Starlink 30542

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 58041U 23156P   26200.44043314  .00025637  00000+0  78634-3 0  9991

2 58041  53.1603 186.1455 0001098  82.4818 277.6309 15.33622739156486

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Summary

The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-30542 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-156P), was launched on October 9, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This communication satellite is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and belongs to SpaceX (SPXS). It measures 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans 29 meters when its components are fully extended. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms with a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays and batteries for power.

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

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 7-4-14

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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