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STARLINK-31518 (59219)
COSPAR: 2024-046U | Alt Name: Starlink 31518
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59219
International Designator
2024-046U
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:17:35 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
260.55°
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Argument of Perigee
92.22°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31518
Alternative Name
Starlink 31518
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 59219U 24046U 26200.47054514 .00001483 00000+0 55043-4 0 9998
2 59219 53.1595 260.5484 0001069 92.2151 267.8974 15.34389952133257
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31518 satellite, also known as Starlink 31518, is a Starlink v2 Mini spacecraft manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and launched on March 11, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter, the satellite has a span of 29 meters and carries a payload including Ku/Ka/E-band equipment and an optical inter-satellite link. It operates for communication purposes with solar arrays and batteries providing power, and uses Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system. The dry mass of the spacecraft is 700 kilograms, while the launch mass was 730 kilograms.
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 7-17-19
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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