STARLINK-30830 (58194)

COSPAR: 2023-167V | Alt Name: Starlink 30830

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 30, 2023

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58194

International Designator

2023-167V

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:12:40 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

116.95°

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Argument of Perigee

270.86°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-30830

Alternative Name

Starlink 30830

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 58194U 23167V   26200.80046618 -.00000061  00000+0  72844-5 0  9996

2 58194  43.0020 116.9511 0000514 270.8591  89.2202 15.27574828151193

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Summary

The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 58194 and OBJECT ID 2023-167V is a Starlink V2M model configured as part of the Starlink v2 Mini series, operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on October 30, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans approximately 29 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, and it has an overall launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and relies on solar arrays and batteries for power supply. The satellite's mission is focused on communication services as part of the Starlink Group 6-25-20 constellation.

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

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 6-25-20

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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