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STARLINK-31967 (60021)
COSPAR: 2024-111F | Alt Name: Starlink 31967
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 8, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60021
International Designator
2024-111F
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:35:35 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
177.53°
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Argument of Perigee
87.77°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31967
Alternative Name
Starlink 31967
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 60021U 24111F 26201.14971139 -.00001142 00000+0 -22669-4 0 9992
2 60021 53.1592 177.5317 0001226 87.7741 272.3402 15.34398963119363
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Summary
The STARLINK-31967 satellite, also known as Starlink 31967, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation and launched on June 8, 2024. It has the OBJECT_ID of "2024-111F" and falls under the Bus category of Starlink V2M with the Configuration being Starlink v2 Mini. The spacecraft was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) in the US and launched from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It measures 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, spans 29 meters, and weighs 700 kilograms dry with an initial launch mass of 730 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities, optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays, and batteries for power supply, and uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor system. Its primary mission is communication within the Starlink Group 10-1-06 payload 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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 10-1-06
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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