STARLINK-31644 (59391)

COSPAR: 2024-062T | Alt Name: Starlink 31644

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 2, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59391

International Designator

2024-062T

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:17:57 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

3.27°

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Argument of Perigee

95.78°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31644

Alternative Name

Starlink 31644

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59391U 24062T   26200.72080321 -.00000903  00000+0 -15588-4 0  9998

2 59391  53.1600   3.2744 0001314  95.7815 264.3337 15.34396264129876

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Summary

The Starlink-31644 satellite, identified by NORAD CAT ID 59391 and OBJECT_ID 2024-062T, is part of the Starlink v2 Mini constellation operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on April 2, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a configuration known as BUS Starlink V2M. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Argon ion thrusters for propulsion, it stabilizes itself in orbit to ensure effective operation within the Starlink Group 7-18-18 constellation.

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

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 7-18-18

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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