STARLINK-31282 (59307)

COSPAR: 2024-056M | Alt Name: Starlink 31282

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Launch Details

Launch Date

March 24, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59307

International Designator

2024-056M

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:15:34 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

207.12°

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Argument of Perigee

277.52°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31282

Alternative Name

Starlink 31282

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59307U 24056M   26200.38582035 -.00000082  00000+0  65243-5 0  9990

2 59307  43.0000 207.1208 0001177 277.5155  82.5563 15.27575618131293

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Summary

The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 59307 and OBJECT ID 2024-056M is named STARLINK-31282 or Starlink 31282, part of the Starlink Group 6-42-12. It was launched on March 24, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite is configured as Starlink v2 Mini with dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg and it has a launch mass of 730 kg. It features Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, solar arrays, and batteries for power, and an equipment payload that includes Ku/Ka/E-band transmission capabilities along with optical inter-satellite link technology. The mission's primary purpose is communication.

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

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Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 6-42-12

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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