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STARLINK-11304 [DTC] (61209)
COSPAR: 2024-171K | Alt Name: Starlink 11304
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61209
International Designator
2024-171K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:15:31 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
245.90°
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Argument of Perigee
84.02°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11304 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11304
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 61209U 24171K 26200.55245126 .00000906 00000+0 12333-4 0 9993
2 61209 53.1592 245.9001 0000933 84.0209 276.0915 15.69706519106022
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11304 [DTC] or Starlink 11304 is a Starlink v2 Mini variant manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on September 20, 2024, from AFWTR using Falcon 9 as the launch vehicle. The satellite's bus type is Starlink V2M, with dimensions of length 0.3 meters, diameter 4.1 meters, and span 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg and it was launched with a total mass of 730 kg. It is equipped with D2C payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite utilizes Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system.
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 9-17-10
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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