STARLINK-31392 (59530)

COSPAR: 2024-073V | Alt Name: Starlink 31392

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 17, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59530

International Designator

2024-073V

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:48:51 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

289.24°

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Argument of Perigee

273.66°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31392

Alternative Name

Starlink 31392

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59530U 24073V   26201.28392681 -.00002182  00000+0 -69805-4 0  9994

2 59530  43.0006 289.2404 0001517 273.6616  86.4062 15.27574830126457

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Summary

The STARLINK-31392 satellite, also known as Starlink 31392, is a part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the Starlink V2M bus category and was launched on April 17, 2024. It originates from the United States and was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, with an initial launch mass of 730 kg. It was launched using a Falcon 9 from LC39A at AFETR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station). The satellite is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and features an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its propulsion system includes Argon ion thrusters, and its power comes from solar arrays and batteries. The mission of the satellite aligns with its purpose of enhancing communication capabilities in the Starlink Group 6-51-20 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

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 6-51-20

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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