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STARLINK-31213 (58860)
COSPAR: 2024-019H | Alt Name: Starlink 31213
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 29, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58860
International Designator
2024-019H
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:51:59 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
221.45°
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Argument of Perigee
303.51°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31213
Alternative Name
Starlink 31213
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 58860U 24019H 26201.03610637 .00000001 00000+0 95671-5 0 9993
2 58860 43.0025 221.4502 0001179 303.5102 56.5637 15.27575806139327
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31213 satellite, also known as Starlink 31213, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and was launched on January 29, 2024. It has a bus type of Starlink V2M and is owned by SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms and it was launched with a total mass of 730 kilograms. It features a Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The launch took place from LC39A, AFETR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) using a Falcon 9 rocket. It is equipped with Argon ion thrusters and powered by solar arrays and batteries.
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 6-38-08
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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