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STARLINK-31641 (59374)
COSPAR: 2024-062A | Alt Name: Starlink 31641
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59374
International Designator
2024-062A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:57:13 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
2.74°
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Argument of Perigee
87.10°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31641
Alternative Name
Starlink 31641
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 59374U 24062A 26200.74806734 .00001589 00000+0 58147-4 0 9992
2 59374 53.1605 2.7379 0001135 87.0957 273.0175 15.34396947129877
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31641 satellite, also known as Starlink 31641, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on April 2, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a configuration of Starlink v2 Mini and belongs to the Starlink V2M bus series. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans up to 29 meters when fully deployed. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and launched with a total mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. The satellite's purpose is to support communication services.
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 7-18-01
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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