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STARLINK-31326 (58877)
COSPAR: 2024-020B | Alt Name: Starlink 31326
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58877
International Designator
2024-020B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:03:16 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
67.69°
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Argument of Perigee
98.54°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31326
Alternative Name
Starlink 31326
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 58877U 24020B 26200.91893887 -.00001272 00000+0 -29227-4 0 9995
2 58877 53.1603 67.6866 0001131 98.5435 261.5695 15.31696581138320
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31326 satellite, also known as Starlink 31326, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration. Launched on January 29, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its motor system includes Argon ion thrusters, and it measures 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and has a span of 29 meters. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan."
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 7-12-02
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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