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STARLINK-31315 (58884)
COSPAR: 2024-020J | Alt Name: Starlink 31315
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58884
International Designator
2024-020J
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:15:02 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
40.56°
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Argument of Perigee
189.86°
Period
93.90 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31315
Alternative Name
Starlink 31315
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 58884U 24020J 26201.26044547 .00007980 00000+0 25313-3 0 9994
2 58884 53.1623 40.5645 0000657 189.8620 170.2369 15.33620342138730
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31315 satellite, also known as Starlink 31315, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 7-12-09 payload. Launched on January 29, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The propulsion system uses Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite's primary mission is communication, and it was launched from the US.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 7-12-09
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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