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STARLINK-32177 (60441)
COSPAR: 2024-144S | Alt Name: Starlink 32177
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 12, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
60441
International Designator
2024-144S
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:27:41 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
318.31°
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Argument of Perigee
87.02°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32177
Alternative Name
Starlink 32177
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 60441U 24144S 26201.31089764 .00000011 00000+0 11467-4 0 9993
2 60441 53.1593 318.3147 0001560 87.0223 273.0958 15.34386182109650
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-32177 satellite, also known as Starlink 32177, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink Group 10-7-17, launched on August 12, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a configuration of Starlink v2 Mini and measures 0.3 meters in length, with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power. Propulsion is provided by Argon ion thrusters. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), the satellite's purpose is communication and it operates under the ownership of SPXS.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 10-7-17
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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