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STARLINK-31055 (58539)
COSPAR: 2023-192J | Alt Name: Starlink 31055
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58539
International Designator
2023-192J
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:37:05 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
165.24°
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Argument of Perigee
85.63°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31055
Alternative Name
Starlink 31055
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58539U 23192J 26201.10909073 .00000294 00000+0 19854-4 0 9992
2 58539 53.1600 165.2381 0001362 85.6262 274.4896 15.34391072146291
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-31055 is a communication satellite launched on December 8, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has a configuration known as Starlink v2 Mini with dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when deployed. It carries an equipment payload that includes Ku/Ka/E-band communication systems along with optical inter-satellite links for data transmission. The satellite has a launch mass of 730 kilograms and a dry mass of 700 kilograms, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system consists of Argon ion thrusters. Starlink-31055 is owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and operates in the Starlink Group 7-8-09 constellation for communication purposes.
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 7-8-09
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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