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STARLINK-30788 (58159)
COSPAR: 2023-166K | Alt Name: Starlink 30788
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58159
International Designator
2023-166K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:25:21 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
325.68°
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Argument of Perigee
96.36°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30788
Alternative Name
Starlink 30788
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58159U 23166K 26200.72594316 .00001463 00000+0 58886-4 0 9995
2 58159 53.1601 325.6828 0000841 96.3626 263.7471 15.31703683153258
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite identified as STARLINK-30788 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-166K) was launched on October 29, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is owned and manufactured by SPXS for communication purposes. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, and it was launched at a total mass of 730 kg. It features a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite is equipped with Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system and has the shape 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.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 7-6-10
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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