STARLINK-31270 (59154)

COSPAR: 2024-044C | Alt Name: Starlink 31270

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 4, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59154

International Designator

2024-044C

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:04:30 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

85.29°

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Argument of Perigee

272.80°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31270

Alternative Name

Starlink 31270

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59154U 24044C   26200.04479240  .00000834  00000+0  39832-4 0  9991

2 59154  43.0008  85.2919 0000994 272.7997  87.2741 15.27576040133687

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Summary

STARLINK-31270, also known as Starlink 31270, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series, manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). Launched on March 4, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a BUS type of Starlink V2M. The spacecraft's dimensions include a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. It features Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. With a launch mass of 730 kg and a dry mass of 700 kg, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 6-41-03 payload.

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

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Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 6-41-03

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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