STARLINK-11121 [DTC] (59946)

COSPAR: 2024-107B | Alt Name: Starlink 11121

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

June 5, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

59946

International Designator

2024-107B

Decay Date

4/3/2025

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11121 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11121

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The STARLINK-11121 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11121, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and part of the Starlink Group 8-5-02 payload. Launched on June 5, 2024, from AFETR LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this US-based satellite has a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. It features an Argon ion thruster motor for propulsion and is equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link equipment. The spacecraft's dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity, this satellite operates in a Box + pan shape for communication purposes.

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 8-5-02

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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