STARLINK-30784 (58156)

COSPAR: 2023-166G | Alt Name: Starlink 30784

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 29, 2023

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58156

International Designator

2023-166G

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:34:40 GMT

Apogee

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

328.35°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

41.53°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30784

Alternative Name

Starlink 30784

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 58156U 23166G   26200.35741216 -.00000938  00000+0 -19582-4 0  9992
2 58156  53.1626 328.3464 0000620  41.5335 318.5713 15.30186653153183

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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-30784 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-166G) is a Starlink V2M model configured as part of the Starlink v2 Mini constellation and was launched on October 29, 2023. It originated from the United States and was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. It uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays paired with batteries for power. The satellite's mission is communication and it is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, along with an optical inter-satellite link. Launched from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan."

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 7-6-07

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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