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STARLINK-31273 (58846)
COSPAR: 2024-017W | Alt Name: Starlink 31273
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58846
International Designator
2024-017W
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:17:19 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
310.84°
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Argument of Perigee
109.44°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31273
Alternative Name
Starlink 31273
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 58846U 24017W 26200.72036303 .00002911 00000+0 97320-4 0 9996
2 58846 53.1584 310.8405 0001414 109.4380 250.6775 15.34375927140277
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-31273 is a Starlink v2 Mini satellite (OBJECT_ID: 2024-017W) launched on January 24, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E 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 weighs 730 kg at launch and 700 kg dry mass. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it also features Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power supply. Owned by SPXS (SpaceX), its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 7-11-21 constellation. The satellite's shape consists of a box 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.
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 7-11-21
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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