STARLINK-31435 (59004)

COSPAR: 2024-036G | Alt Name: Starlink 31435

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Launch Details

Launch Date

February 23, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59004

International Designator

2024-036G

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:03:36 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

182.71°

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Argument of Perigee

81.32°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31435

Alternative Name

Starlink 31435

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 59004U 24036G   26201.12750770  .00000297  00000+0  22149-4 0  9992

2 59004  53.1591 182.7127 0001141  81.3172 278.7958 15.30190390135614

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Summary

The Starlink-31435 satellite, also known as Starlink 31435, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink v2 Mini configuration. It was launched on February 23, 2024, from Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR), SLC-4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. With a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg, the satellite measures 0.3 meters in length and has a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload for communication purposes, an optical inter-satellite link, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The power system includes solar arrays and batteries.

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 7-15-07

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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