Space Brief 4 Oct 2025
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STARLINK-30825 (58384)
COSPAR: 2023-178L | Alt Name: Starlink 30825
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58384
International Designator
2023-178L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:23:33 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
105.13°
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Argument of Perigee
94.44°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-30825
Alternative Name
Starlink 30825
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58384U 23178L 26200.72468911 -.00000492 00000+0 -34148-5 0 9998
2 58384 53.1587 105.1297 0001426 94.4358 265.6807 15.34382472150144
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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-30825 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-178L) is a Starlink v2 Mini configuration belonging to the Starlink Group 7-7-11, designed for communication purposes. It was manufactured by SpaceX and launched on November 20, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kilograms at launch with a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Equipped with Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, its payload includes Ku/Ka/E-band communications equipment along with an optical inter-satellite link. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries.
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
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Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 7-7-11
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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