STARLINK-31224 (59029)

COSPAR: 2024-038G | Alt Name: Starlink 31224

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Launch Details

Launch Date

February 25, 2024

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59029

International Designator

2024-038G

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:32:40 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

0.41°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

271.19°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31224

Alternative Name

Starlink 31224

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

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Latest TLEs
1 59029U 24038G   26200.85602161  .00000061  00000+0  11755-4 0  9990
2 59029  43.0011   0.4087 0001265 271.1883  88.8823 15.27574637134977

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Summary
The STARLINK-31224 satellite, also known as Starlink 31224, is a Starlink v2 Mini communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on February 25, 2024, from Launch Complex 40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 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. Equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it relies on solar arrays and batteries for power. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system and has a box plus pan shape.

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 6-39-07

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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