STARLINK-31347 (59183)

COSPAR: 2024-045F | Alt Name: Starlink 31347

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 10, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59183

International Designator

2024-045F

Decay Date

4/13/2025

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31347

Alternative Name

Starlink 31347

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The Starlink-31347 satellite (OBJECT_ID: 2024-045F) is a communication satellite manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on March 10, 2024, from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it became stable in orbit on March 11, 2024. The satellite is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and features a Box + pan shape with dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. It has a launch mass of 730 kg and a dry mass of 700 kg. The satellite is equipped with an Argon ion thruster motor, solar arrays for power generation, batteries, and an equipment payload including Ku/Ka/E-band and optical inter-satellite link capabilities.

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 6-43-06

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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