STARLINK-31719 (59495)

COSPAR: 2024-071M | Alt Name: Starlink 31719

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 13, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59495

International Designator

2024-071M

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:03:21 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

314.41°

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Argument of Perigee

276.74°

Period

94.26 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31719

Alternative Name

Starlink 31719

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 59495U 24071M   26200.71067022 -.00024982  00000+0 -89805-3 0  9990

2 59495  43.0044 314.4102 0002653 276.7368  83.3182 15.27695936128390

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Summary

The Starlink V2M satellite, designated as STARLINK-31719 or Starlink 31719, was launched on April 13, 2024, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (LC40) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and has a span of 29 meters, equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It has a launch mass of 730 kg and a dry mass of 700 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The propulsion system uses Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering.

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

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 6-49-12

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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