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STARLINK-31695 (59376)
COSPAR: 2024-062C | Alt Name: Starlink 31695
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59376
International Designator
2024-062C
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:10:41 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
358.99°
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Argument of Perigee
112.92°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31695
Alternative Name
Starlink 31695
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 59376U 24062C 26201.17408990 .00000100 00000+0 14089-4 0 9999
2 59376 53.1616 358.9942 0001074 112.9237 247.1880 15.34389426129930
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-31695 is a communication satellite launched on April 2, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft, manufactured by SPXS and part of the Starlink Group 7-18-03 payload, measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 700 kg and was equipped with an initial launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is configured as Starlink v2 Mini and features equipment including Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. Power generation comes from solar arrays complemented by batteries. Its mission focuses on communication services 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.
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 7-18-03
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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