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STARLINK-11103 [DTC] (59718)
COSPAR: 2024-088L | Alt Name: Starlink 11103
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59718
International Designator
2024-088L
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:46:26 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
32.63°
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Argument of Perigee
81.28°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11103 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11103
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 59718U 24088L 26201.24058505 -.00000366 00000+0 18344-5 0 9992
2 59718 53.1597 32.6343 0000945 81.2822 278.8302 15.69710050127097
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11103 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11103, is a Starlink v2 Mini configuration spacecraft manufactured by SPXS in the US. Launched on May 10, 2024, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a length of 0.3 meters and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, while its launch mass was 730 kg. The satellite is equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link technology for communication purposes and uses Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system. It derives power from solar arrays and batteries and has a box-shaped body with an additional pan design.
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.
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
29
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 8-2-11
Purpose
Communication
Mission
Communication
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2M
Configuration
Starlink v2 Mini
Motor
Argon ion thrusters
Equipment
D2C payload, optical inter-satellite link
Power System
Solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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