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STARLINK-11140 [DTC] (60039)
COSPAR: 2024-112B | Alt Name: Starlink 11140
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60039
International Designator
2024-112B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:43:35 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
335.38°
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Argument of Perigee
83.22°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11140 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11140
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 60039U 24112B 26200.78027476 -.00000095 00000+0 40730-5 0 9992
2 60039 53.1596 335.3819 0001129 83.2223 276.8924 15.69707806121724
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-11140 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11140, is a communication spacecraft belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on June 8, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a configuration of Starlink v2 Mini and measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. It weighs 700 kilograms dry and had a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link, it uses Argon ion thrusters as its motor and is powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's mission focuses on 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.
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 8-8-02
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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