STARLINK-31925 (59840)

COSPAR: 2024-097F | Alt Name: Starlink 31925

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 23, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59840

International Designator

2024-097F

Decay Date

1/13/2026

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-31925

Alternative Name

Starlink 31925

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The STARLINK-31925 satellite, also known as Starlink 31925, is a communication satellite designed under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and launched on May 23, 2024. It was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from LC40 at AFETR. The spacecraft measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and has a span of 29 meters. Equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays, batteries, and Argon ion thrusters, it operates for communication purposes. The satellite has a launch mass of 730 kg and a dry mass of 700 kg.

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 6-62-06

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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