STARLINK-11268 [DTC] (61055)

COSPAR: 2024-164F | Alt Name: Starlink 11268

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 13, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

61055

International Designator

2024-164F

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:59:14 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

19.38°

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Argument of Perigee

125.03°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11268 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11268

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61055U 24164F   26200.87447711 -.00000313  00000+0  22752-5 0  9993

2 61055  53.1598  19.3761 0000921 125.0270 235.0834 15.69711021106180

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Summary

The STARLINK-11268 [DTC] satellite, also known as Starlink 11268, is a communication satellite part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and belongs to SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 13, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans up to 29 meters with its solar arrays. It weighs 730 kilograms at launch and has a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion and is powered by solar arrays and batteries.

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

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 9-6-06

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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