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STARLINK-32375 (61070)
COSPAR: 2024-164W | Alt Name: Starlink 32375
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61070
International Designator
2024-164W
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:16:40 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
196.06°
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Argument of Perigee
62.49°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32375
Alternative Name
Starlink 32375
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 61070U 24164W 26201.13658051 .00000915 00000+0 43019-4 0 9996
2 61070 53.1592 196.0639 0001380 62.4865 297.6276 15.30196680103752
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-32375 satellite, also known as STARLINK-32375, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and launched on September 13, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and was launched with a mass of 730 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 9-6-21 constellation managed by SPXS (SpaceX).
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 9-6-21
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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