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STARLINK-31171 (58834)
COSPAR: 2024-017J | Alt Name: Starlink 31171
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58834
International Designator
2024-017J
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:40:37 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
284.53°
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Argument of Perigee
99.71°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31171
Alternative Name
Starlink 31171
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 58834U 24017J 26201.23654162 -.00003453 00000+0 -91077-4 0 9996
2 58834 53.1595 284.5264 0001161 99.7080 260.4054 15.34406647140681
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31171 satellite, also known as Starlink 31171, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 7-11-09 payload. Launched on January 24, 2024, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle by SPXS, it is designed for communication purposes. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kilograms at launch, with a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, solar arrays, and batteries for power, STARLINK-31171 operates in a box + pan shape configuration and is owned by SPXS.
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 7-11-09
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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