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STARLINK-31607 (59394)
COSPAR: 2024-062W | Alt Name: Starlink 31607
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59394
International Designator
2024-062W
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:30:47 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
0.55°
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Argument of Perigee
92.94°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31607
Alternative Name
Starlink 31607
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 59394U 24062W 26200.85472045 -.00000043 00000+0 98617-5 0 9992
2 59394 53.1618 0.5525 0001106 92.9391 267.1739 15.34399315129914
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-31607, also known as Starlink 31607, is a communication satellite under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and is part of the Starlink Group 7-18-21 payload. It was launched on April 2, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft 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 a launch mass of 730 kg, equipped with Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power supply. Its equipment includes a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS in the US and is owned by the same entity.
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 7-18-21
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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