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STARLINK-32378 (61064)
COSPAR: 2024-164Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32378
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61064
International Designator
2024-164Q
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:36:12 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
199.23°
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Argument of Perigee
84.81°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32378
Alternative Name
Starlink 32378
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 61064U 24164Q 26200.27513977 -.00000230 00000+0 43561-5 0 9994
2 61064 53.1585 199.2272 0001154 84.8140 275.2993 15.31701113103637
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated as STARLINK-32378 or Starlink 32378, is a communication spacecraft launched on September 13, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters, it has a span of 29 meters and carries a dry mass of 700 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with a Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It utilizes Argon ion thrusters as its motor and powers itself through solar arrays and batteries. Manufactured by SPXS, it was deployed into orbit on the same day as its launch date, September 13, 2024, at approximately 02:45 UTC.
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 9-6-15
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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