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STARLINK-31311 (58948)
COSPAR: 2024-027T | Alt Name: Starlink 31311
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58948
International Designator
2024-027T
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:46:18 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
53.84°
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Argument of Perigee
94.36°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31311
Alternative Name
Starlink 31311
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 58948U 24027T 26200.78215904 .00000807 00000+0 39379-4 0 9994
2 58948 53.1611 53.8450 0001425 94.3638 265.7526 15.30179703137586
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31311 satellite, also known as Starlink 31311, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series under the Starlink Group 7-13-18 payload. Launched on February 10, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities along with an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses Argon ion thrusters for its motor system. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), it serves communication purposes in a box plus panel shape configuration under the ownership of SpaceX.
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 7-13-18
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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