STARLINK-32106 (59690)

COSPAR: 2024-086J | Alt Name: Starlink 32106

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 8, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59690

International Designator

2024-086J

Epoch

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:59:26 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

31.38°

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Argument of Perigee

262.10°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32106

Alternative Name

Starlink 32106

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

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Latest TLEs

1 59690U 24086J   26199.87460920  .00000553  00000+0  29601-4 0  9996

2 59690  43.0017  31.3801 0001212 262.1033  97.9681 15.27579960124261

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Summary

STARLINK-32106 is a communication satellite launched on May 8, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, the satellite is part of the Starlink Group 6-56-09 constellation under the ownership of SPXS (SpaceX). It utilizes Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and has a box shape with a pan configuration. The mission aims to provide communication services from low Earth orbit.

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 6-56-09

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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