STARLINK-31580 (59434)

COSPAR: 2024-065P | Alt Name: Starlink 31580

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 7, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59434

International Designator

2024-065P

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:59:43 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

29.84°

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Argument of Perigee

70.21°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31580

Alternative Name

Starlink 31580

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59434U 24065P   26200.83314568  .00000627  00000+0  33284-4 0  9998

2 59434  53.1613  29.8385 0001000  70.2100 289.9009 15.30193497129137

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Summary

The STARLINK-31580 satellite, also known as Starlink 31580, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the Starlink V2M bus series. Launched on April 7, 2024, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Power generation is achieved through solar arrays and batteries, while its propulsion system includes Argon ion thrusters. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) and is part of the Starlink Group 8-1-14 mission.

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 8-1-14

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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