STARLINK-31436 (59019)

COSPAR: 2024-036X | Alt Name: Starlink 31436

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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

59019

International Designator

2024-036X

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:54:36 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

183.38°

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Argument of Perigee

99.94°

Period

94.10 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31436

Alternative Name

Starlink 31436

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59019U 24036X   26201.12125243  .00004138  00000+0  15164-3 0  9995

2 59019  53.1594 183.3785 0001190  99.9424 260.1711 15.30225265135598

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Summary

The satellite named STARLINK-31436 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-036X) is a Starlink v2 Mini communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same company. It was launched on February 23, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, while its launch mass was 730 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload systems for communication purposes and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and has a box + pan shape design.

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 7-15-22

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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