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STARLINK-11131 [DTC] (59756)
COSPAR: 2024-091D | Alt Name: Starlink 11131
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
59756
International Designator
2024-091D
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:01:34 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
276.64°
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Argument of Perigee
78.31°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11131 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11131
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 59756U 24091D 26200.50108899 .00000542 00000+0 93265-5 0 9998
2 59756 53.1596 276.6426 0000705 78.3092 281.8004 15.69710316126211
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-11131 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11131, is a communication satellite built by SpaceX (SPXS) and launched on May 14, 2024, from the AFWTR launch site using a Falcon 9 rocket. It has a configuration of Starlink v2 Mini with dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg while its launch mass was 730 kg. Equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. Its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 8-7-04 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.
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 8-7-04
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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