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STARLINK-31455 (59309)
COSPAR: 2024-056P | Alt Name: Starlink 31455
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 24, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59309
International Designator
2024-056P
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:08:56 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
200.04°
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Argument of Perigee
283.08°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31455
Alternative Name
Starlink 31455
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 59309U 24056P 26201.04788175 -.00000182 00000+0 29002-5 0 9993
2 59309 43.0030 200.0356 0001271 283.0804 76.9906 15.27572561131430
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31455 satellite, also known as Starlink 31455, is a communication satellite designed under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on March 24, 2024, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a BUS type of Starlink V2M. The satellite measures approximately 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, and powered by solar arrays and batteries. The dry mass of the satellite is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. It utilizes Argon ion thrusters for propulsion.
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 6-42-14
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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