STARLINK-31585 (59608)

COSPAR: 2024-080H | Alt Name: Starlink 31585

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Launch Details

Launch Date

April 28, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59608

International Designator

2024-080H

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:53:29 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

7.47°

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Argument of Perigee

248.51°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31585

Alternative Name

Starlink 31585

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 59608U 24080H   26200.87047594  .00000058  00000+0  11627-4 0  9999

2 59608  43.0021   7.4695 0001357 248.5082 111.5625 15.27575720124803

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Summary

The STARLINK-31585 satellite, also known as Starlink 31585, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the BUS type of Starlink V2M. Launched on April 28, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has an object ID of 2024-080H and a NORAD catalog ID of 59608. It is owned by SPXS (SpaceX) and was manufactured by the same entity. The satellite features dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is recorded at 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. Equipped with an Argon ion thruster propulsion system and solar arrays paired with batteries for power supply, the satellite also carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and has an optical inter-satellite link capability. The mission purpose is communication, emphasizing its role in enhancing global connectivity through SpaceX's Starlink 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 6-54-08

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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