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STARLINK-31328 (58880)
COSPAR: 2024-020E | Alt Name: Starlink 31328
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58880
International Designator
2024-020E
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:39:19 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
53.48°
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Argument of Perigee
94.40°
Period
94.10 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31328
Alternative Name
Starlink 31328
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 58880U 24020E 26200.81897990 .00001850 00000+0 74548-4 0 9993
2 58880 53.1607 53.4804 0001269 94.3963 265.7183 15.30209425138510
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-31328 or Starlink 31328, is part of SpaceX's Starlink v2 Mini constellation. It was launched on January 29, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. With a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg, it is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its power source consists of solar arrays and batteries, and it uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor system. The satellite's shape is described as box + pan, and it is owned by SpaceX (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 7-12-05
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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