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STARLINK-31443 (59393)
COSPAR: 2024-062V | Alt Name: Starlink 31443
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59393
International Designator
2024-062V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:49:02 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
347.35°
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Argument of Perigee
81.47°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31443
Alternative Name
Starlink 31443
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 59393U 24062V 26200.70072771 .00000094 00000+0 13910-4 0 9994
2 59393 53.1633 347.3453 0001202 81.4711 278.6428 15.34388205130097
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-31443 satellite, also known as Starlink 31443, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 7-18-20 payload. Launched on April 2, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms and its launch mass was 730 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system includes Argon ion thrusters, and it is owned and manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX).
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 7-18-20
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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