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STARLINK-11311 [DTC] (61253)
COSPAR: 2024-175L | Alt Name: Starlink 11311
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61253
International Designator
2024-175L
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:22:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
123.93°
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Argument of Perigee
85.71°
Period
91.74 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11311 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11311
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 61253U 24175L 26201.05698003 .00000452 00000+0 85874-5 0 9995
2 61253 53.1596 123.9311 0001012 85.7146 274.3988 15.69706692105360
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11311 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11311, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink v2 Mini configuration under the Bus type Starlink V2M. It was launched on September 25, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC4E) at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg while its launch mass was 730 kg. It is equipped with D2C payload and optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses Argon ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite's shape is described as a box with a pan. It operates under the ownership of SPXS (SpaceX) and is part of the Starlink Group 9-8-11 mission.
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 9-8-11
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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