STARLINK-32294 (61675)

COSPAR: 2024-193Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32294

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 26, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

61675

International Designator

2024-193Q

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:19:29 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

196.86°

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Argument of Perigee

83.23°

Period

94.01 min

Mean Motion

15.32 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32294

Alternative Name

Starlink 32294

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 61675U 24193Q   26200.72186397  .00000438  00000+0  25884-4 0  9992

2 61675  53.1584 196.8590 0001267  83.2292 276.8853 15.31700303 96752

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Summary

STARLINK-32294 is a communication satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 61675 and OBJECT ID 2024-193Q. It belongs to the Starlink V2M series with the configuration of Starlink v2 Mini, manufactured by SPXS in the United States. The satellite was launched on October 26, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Its dimensions include 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 a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system includes Argon ion thrusters for maneuvering. The mission of STARLINK-32294 is to facilitate communication services as part of the Starlink Group 10-8-15 constellation.

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 10-8-15

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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