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STARLINK-11162 [DTC] (60123)
COSPAR: 2024-118L | Alt Name: Starlink 11162
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60123
International Designator
2024-118L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:38:20 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
290.43°
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Argument of Perigee
79.98°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11162 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11162
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 60123U 24118L 26200.65162994 .00023715 00000+0 20004-3 0 9996
2 60123 53.1577 290.4256 0001266 79.9840 280.1321 15.69709964118724
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11162 [DTC], or Starlink 11162, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration manufactured by SPXS and owned by SPXS as well. It was launched on June 24, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters, featuring solar arrays and batteries for power supply. Its dry mass is 700 kg while its launch mass was 730 kg. It carries equipment such as a D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link, utilizing Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite's mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 9-2-11 constellation, with a physical shape described as a box plus pan configuration.
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 9-2-11
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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