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STARLINK-31102 (58715)
COSPAR: 2024-002L | Alt Name: Starlink 31102
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NORAD ID
58715
International Designator
2024-002L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:13:42 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
338.17°
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Argument of Perigee
122.83°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31102
Alternative Name
Starlink 31102
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58715U 24002L 26200.09285505 .00002553 00000+0 86732-4 0 9992
2 58715 53.1608 338.1709 0001410 122.8316 237.2823 15.34378520142159
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Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-31102 or Starlink 31102, was launched on January 3, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and it weighs 730 kg at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, its primary mission is communication. It uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite has a box plus pan shape and is part of the Starlink Group 7-9-11 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.
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
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 7-9-11
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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