STARLINK-31372 (58939)

COSPAR: 2024-027J | Alt Name: Starlink 31372

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Launch Details

Launch Date

February 10, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

58939

International Designator

2024-027J

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:08:43 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

55.23°

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Argument of Perigee

93.97°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31372

Alternative Name

Starlink 31372

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 58939U 24027J   26201.00606295  .00000948  00000+0  44146-4 0  9991

2 58939  53.1605  55.2305 0001334  93.9660 266.1493 15.30197086137585

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Summary

The Starlink-31372 satellite, also known as STARLINK-31372 and Alt Name: Starlink 31372, is a part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on February 10, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has a BUS type of Starlink V2M and measures 0.3 meters in length, with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It weighs approximately 700 kg when dry and had a launch mass of 730 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. Its mission is focused on communication purposes as part of the Starlink Group 7-13-09 constellation.

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

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 7-13-09

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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