STARLINK-31214 (58871)

COSPAR: 2024-019U | Alt Name: Starlink 31214

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Launch Details

Launch Date

January 29, 2024

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58871

International Designator

2024-019U

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:56:34 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

219.11°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

276.99°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

Latitude

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31214

Alternative Name

Starlink 31214

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 58871U 24019U   26201.41428544  .00000950  00000+0  44056-4 0  9994
2 58871  43.0001 219.1145 0001280 276.9908  83.0798 15.27578996139360

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Summary
The STARLINK-31214 satellite, also known as Starlink 31214, is a communication satellite operated by SPXS (SpaceX) and launched on January 29, 2024, from Kennedy Space Center's LC39A pad using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration with dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, it utilizes Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power.

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 6-38-19

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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