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STARLINK-30771 (58169)
COSPAR: 2023-166V | Alt Name: Starlink 30771
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58169
International Designator
2023-166V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:36:49 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
325.99°
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Argument of Perigee
54.86°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30771
Alternative Name
Starlink 30771
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58169U 23166V 26200.77557149 .00001514 00000+0 63232-4 0 9992
2 58169 53.1618 325.9882 0000668 54.8632 305.2431 15.30199605153400
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-30771 satellite, also known as STARLINK-30771 and Alt Name: Starlink 30771, is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the BUS category Starlink V2M. It was launched on October 29, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kg at launch and 700 kg dry mass. The equipment includes Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its mission is communication, utilizing Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity.
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 7-6-20
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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