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STARLINK-30802 (58150)
COSPAR: 2023-166A | Alt Name: Starlink 30802
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58150
International Designator
2023-166A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:08:19 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
327.52°
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Argument of Perigee
49.61°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30802
Alternative Name
Starlink 30802
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 58150U 23166A 26200.33910997 .00004311 00000+0 15071-3 0 9993
2 58150 53.1605 327.5245 0001272 49.6093 310.5020 15.31674685153345
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-30802, also known as Starlink 30802, is a communication satellite under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and is part of the Starlink Group 7-6-01 payload. Launched on October 29, 2023, from AFWTR using Falcon 9 from SLC4E launch pad, it has a bus type of Starlink V2M and belongs to SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite's dimensions are 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans up to 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. It uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and carries Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link. The satellite's shape consists of a box with pan configuration, designed primarily for communication purposes.
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 7-6-01
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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