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STARLINK-30594 (58097)
COSPAR: 2023-161A | Alt Name: Starlink 30594
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58097
International Designator
2023-161A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:25:13 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
271.70°
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Argument of Perigee
75.49°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30594
Alternative Name
Starlink 30594
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 58097U 23161A 26200.60084911 .00000542 00000+0 27188-4 0 9991
2 58097 53.1600 271.7010 0001118 75.4879 284.6248 15.34390274154636
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-30594, also known as Starlink 30594, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Launched on October 21, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite has a length of 0.3 meters and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kg at launch and carries a dry mass of 700 kg equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries, uses argon ion thrusters as its motor, and has a box plus pan shape design.
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 7-5-01
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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