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STARLINK-31792 (60132)
COSPAR: 2024-118V | Alt Name: Starlink 31792
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60132
International Designator
2024-118V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:49:34 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
130.77°
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Argument of Perigee
78.17°
Period
94.10 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-31792
Alternative Name
Starlink 31792
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 60132U 24118V 26200.78442329 .00002384 00000+0 92546-4 0 9993
2 60132 53.1617 130.7677 0001673 78.1747 281.9442 15.30219154115951
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-31792 satellite, also known as Starlink 31792, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on June 24, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite is part of the Starlink Group 9-2-20 constellation. It has a configuration known as Starlink v2 Mini and measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. The dry mass of the satellite is 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays, batteries, and Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The primary mission of this satellite is communication.
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 9-2-20
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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