STARLINK-11310 [DTC] (61212)

COSPAR: 2024-171N | Alt Name: Starlink 11310

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 20, 2024

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

61212

International Designator

2024-171N

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:51:07 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

247.16°

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Argument of Perigee

80.02°

Period

91.74 min

Mean Motion

15.70 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-11310 [DTC]

Alternative Name

Starlink 11310

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61212U 24171N   26200.41049832 -.00000220  00000+0  30423-5 0  9999

2 61212  53.1592 247.1649 0000981  80.0156 280.0972 15.69707035105085

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Summary

The STARLINK-11310 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11310, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration series. Launched on September 20, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this spacecraft has a dry mass of 700 kg and was manufactured by SPXS. It is equipped with D2C payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans up to 29 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. Power comes from the solar arrays and batteries onboard. It is designed for communication purposes and utilizes Argon ion thrusters as propulsion.

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 9-17-13

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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