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STARLINK-31098 (58716)
COSPAR: 2024-002M | Alt Name: Starlink 31098
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58716
International Designator
2024-002M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:12:40 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
336.82°
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Argument of Perigee
90.79°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31098
Alternative Name
Starlink 31098
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58716U 24002M 26200.67546407 .00000883 00000+0 41932-4 0 9995
2 58716 53.1608 336.8238 0000947 90.7854 269.3256 15.30199284142224
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-31098 satellite, designated as OBJECT_ID 2024-002M and belonging to the Starlink V2M series (Starlink v2 Mini configuration), was launched on January 3, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and has a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kg at launch and 700 kg dry mass. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it relies on solar arrays and batteries for power supply. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and serves a communication mission. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by the same entity and is part of the Starlink Group 7-9-12 payload. Its shape consists of a box with a pan design.
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 7-9-12
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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