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STARLINK-31576 (59208)
COSPAR: 2024-046H | Alt Name: Starlink 31576
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59208
International Designator
2024-046H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:06:31 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
260.31°
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Argument of Perigee
75.80°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31576
Alternative Name
Starlink 31576
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 59208U 24046H 26200.54620176 .00001997 00000+0 70238-4 0 9990
2 59208 53.1574 260.3117 0000878 75.7996 284.3104 15.34391011133273
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31576 satellite, also known as Starlink 31576, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on March 11, 2024, from Vandenberg Space Force Base, SLC4E, using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.3 meters in length and has a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, and it had a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation and argon ion thrusters as its motor system. It is part of the Starlink Group 7-17-08 constellation and follows a box plus panel 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.
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 7-17-08
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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