STARLINK-30816 (58162)

COSPAR: 2023-166N | Alt Name: Starlink 30816

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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

58162

International Designator

2023-166N

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:33:16 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

326.62°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

102.96°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30816

Alternative Name

Starlink 30816

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 58162U 23166N   26200.64810463  .00000615  00000+0  32881-4 0  9999
2 58162  53.1589 326.6158 0001151 102.9618 257.1512 15.30194157153380

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Summary
STARLINK-30816 is a communication satellite, also known as Starlink 30816, belonging to the "Starlink v2 Mini" configuration and part of the "Starlink Group 7-6-13" payload. It was launched on October 29, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg with a total launch mass of 730 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system and solar arrays with batteries for power generation.

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 7-6-13

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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