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STARLINK-30617 (58104)
COSPAR: 2023-161H | Alt Name: Starlink 30617
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58104
International Designator
2023-161H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:39:52 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
272.02°
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Argument of Perigee
93.90°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30617
Alternative Name
Starlink 30617
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58104U 23161H 26200.56935594 .00001408 00000+0 52804-4 0 9992
2 58104 53.1585 272.0164 0001164 93.9033 266.2103 15.34392653154627
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-30617 satellite, also known as Starlink 30617, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on October 21, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. It is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series (Starlink V2M) and equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities along with optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes. The satellite's design includes solar arrays and batteries as its power source, and it uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor system. Its dimensions are 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters.
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 7-5-08
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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