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STARLINK-11128 [DTC] (60302)
COSPAR: 2024-133B | Alt Name: Starlink 11128
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60302
International Designator
2024-133B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:19:27 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
217.57°
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Argument of Perigee
77.93°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11128 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11128
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 60302U 24133B 26200.30518286 -.00000918 00000+0 -27213-5 0 9996
2 60302 53.1596 217.5669 0001011 77.9341 282.1790 15.69708381114409
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-11128 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11128, is a communication satellite developed and owned by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on July 28, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has a configuration called "Starlink v2 Mini" with dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters, spanning 29 meters when deployed. It weighs 730 kilograms at launch and has a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power, the satellite is outfitted with D2C payload equipment and an optical inter-satellite link, utilizing Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The purpose of this satellite is communication within the Starlink Group 9-4-02 constellation.
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 9-4-02
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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