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STARLINK-31788 (60055)
COSPAR: 2024-112T | Alt Name: Starlink 31788
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60055
International Designator
2024-112T
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:26:38 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
187.15°
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Argument of Perigee
83.09°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31788
Alternative Name
Starlink 31788
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 60055U 24112T 26200.22683262 .00000326 00000+0 23126-4 0 9995
2 60055 53.1598 187.1506 0001215 83.0865 277.0274 15.30192638118733
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-31788 satellite, designated by NORAD CAT ID 60055 and OBJECT ID 2024-112T, is a part of the Starlink v2 Mini constellation launched on June 8, 2024. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), it was deployed from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters, equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its dry mass is 700 kg while its launch mass was 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and stabilized using Argon ion thrusters.
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 8-8-18
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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