STARLINK-31232 (58831)

COSPAR: 2024-017F | Alt Name: Starlink 31232

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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 24, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58831

International Designator

2024-017F

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:37:55 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

310.61°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

97.01°

Period

94.01 min

Mean Motion

15.32 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31232

Alternative Name

Starlink 31232

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

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Latest TLEs
1 58831U 24017F   26200.56800490 -.00001196  00000+0 -26773-4 0  9998
2 58831  53.1589 310.6071 0001351  97.0125 263.1030 15.31709168140269

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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-31232 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-017F) is a Starlink v2 Mini configuration manufactured by SPXS and launched on January 24, 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 its launch mass was 730 kg, equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power supply. It carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, using Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. Its primary mission is communication as part of the Starlink Group 7-11-06 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.
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 7-11-06

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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