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STARLINK-31333 (58971)
COSPAR: 2024-031G | Alt Name: Starlink 31333
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
58971
International Designator
2024-031G
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
28.35°
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Argument of Perigee
69.72°
Period
93.90 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31333
Alternative Name
Starlink 31333
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 58971U 24031G 26201.25004630 -.00006580 00000+0 -18889-3 0 9998
2 58971 53.1602 28.3495 0001198 69.7220 29.9008 15.33554383 5862
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31333 satellite, also known as Starlink 31333, is a Starlink v2 Mini model launched on February 15, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SPXS, it has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. The satellite weighs 700 kilograms dry and had a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it also features Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power generation. Its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 7-14-07 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.
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 7-14-07
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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