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STARLINK-11116 [DTC] (60045)
COSPAR: 2024-112H | Alt Name: Starlink 11116
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60045
International Designator
2024-112H
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:01:12 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
335.19°
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Argument of Perigee
96.20°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11116 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11116
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 60045U 24112H 26200.75084255 -.00000246 00000+0 28305-5 0 9996
2 60045 53.1593 335.1853 0001048 96.2045 263.9093 15.69705974121728
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-11116 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11116, is a communication satellite launched on June 8, 2024, from AFWTR's SLC4E pad using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), it has a BUS configuration of Starlink V2M and falls under the Starlink v2 Mini category. The spacecraft measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters, and its span is 29 meters. Equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link technology, it features solar arrays and batteries for power supply. Its dry mass is 700 kg while the launch mass was 730 kg. The satellite uses Argon ion thrusters as motors and has a box plus pan shape. It operates for communication purposes under ownership of SPXS.
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 8-8-08
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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