STARLINK-32297 (61521)

COSPAR: 2024-183N | Alt Name: Starlink 32297

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 15, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

61521

International Designator

2024-183N

Epoch

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:36:28 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

254.29°

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Argument of Perigee

4.83°

Period

94.11 min

Mean Motion

15.30 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32297

Alternative Name

Starlink 32297

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61521U 24183N   26199.56699270 -.00000723  00000+0 -12303-4 0  9990

2 61521  53.1595 254.2898 0000515   4.8306 355.2700 15.30193159 99697

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Summary

The Starlink V2M satellite, designated as STARLINK-32297 or Starlink 32297, was launched on October 15, 2024, from the AFSFL LC40 launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. It is part of the Starlink v2 Mini configuration and belongs to SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters, weighing approximately 730 kilograms at launch and 700 kilograms dry mass. It is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries, while its propulsion system uses Argon ion thrusters. The satellite's shape is described as a box with a pan design and operates in space for communication missions.

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 10-10-13

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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