STARLINK-11077 [DTC] (58707)

COSPAR: 2024-002C | Alt Name: Starlink 11077

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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 3, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58707

International Designator

2024-002C

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:56:49 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

342.91°

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Argument of Perigee

101.01°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11077 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11077

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 58707U 24002C   26200.78946199  .00000990  00000+0  13020-4 0  9995

2 58707  53.1598 342.9102 0000657 101.0068 259.1024 15.69714481147185

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Summary

The Starlink-11077 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11077, is a communication satellite manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on January 3, 2024, from AFWTR's SLC4E pad 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. Weighing 730 kg at launch and having a dry mass of 700 kg, it is equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It also utilizes Argon ion thrusters as its motor system and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The satellite's shape is described as box-shaped with a pan configuration.

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

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 7-9-03

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Starlink v2 Mini

Motor

Argon ion thrusters

Equipment

D2C payload, optical inter-satellite link

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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