STARLINK-31725 (59538)

COSPAR: 2024-074E | Alt Name: Starlink 31725

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 18, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59538

International Designator

2024-074E

Epoch

Sun, 24 May 2026 15:56:59 GMT

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Inclination

42.97°

Right Ascension

219.71°

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Argument of Perigee

29.57°

Period

88.53 min

Mean Motion

16.27 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31725

Alternative Name

Starlink 31725

Type

Payload

Status

Partially operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59538U 24074E   26144.66457495  .11391256  92250-5  31607-2 0  9990

2 59538  42.9733 219.7081 0016152  29.5667 330.6130 16.26500060118257

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Summary

The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-31725 or Starlink 31725, is a communication satellite launched on April 18, 2024, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station's LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a configuration known as Starlink v2 Mini and was manufactured by SPXS for the mission to enhance global internet connectivity. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg and it had a launch mass of 730 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Power generation is facilitated by solar arrays supported by batteries, while its propulsion system uses Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering. The satellite's shape consists of a box structure with a pan configuration.

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 6-52-05

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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