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STARLINK-31348 (59172)
COSPAR: 2024-044W | Alt Name: Starlink 31348
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 4, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59172
International Designator
2024-044W
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:16:47 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
35.51°
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Argument of Perigee
258.59°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31348
Alternative Name
Starlink 31348
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 59172U 24044W 26200.55332411 .00008857 00000+0 33089-3 0 9995
2 59172 42.9994 35.5105 0001373 258.5869 101.4828 15.27589789134271
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31348 satellite, also known as Starlink 31348, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 6-41-21 payload. Launched on March 4, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg, with a launch mass of 730 kg. It operates on Ku/Ka/E-band frequencies and features an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Equipped with Argon ion thrusters and powered by solar arrays and batteries, the satellite was manufactured by SPXS and is owned by the same entity.
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 6-41-21
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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