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STARLINK-32121 (60264)
COSPAR: 2024-131K | Alt Name: Starlink 32121
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 27, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60264
International Designator
2024-131K
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:30:29 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
156.81°
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Argument of Perigee
84.55°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32121
Alternative Name
Starlink 32121
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 60264U 24131K 26201.14617617 .00000186 00000+0 17749-4 0 9999
2 60264 53.1600 156.8078 0001295 84.5548 275.5601 15.31703228112058
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32121 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-131K) is a Starlink v2 Mini communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and launched on July 27, 2024, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link technology, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. It uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and is designed to support communication purposes as part of the Starlink Group 10-9-10 constellation. The shape of the satellite is described as a box with a 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 10-9-10
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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