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STARLINK-32349 (61700)
COSPAR: 2024-195P | Alt Name: Starlink 32349
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61700
International Designator
2024-195P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:56:42 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
262.81°
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Argument of Perigee
80.73°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32349
Alternative Name
Starlink 32349
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 61700U 24195P 26200.58104559 .00000269 00000+0 21188-4 0 9992
2 61700 53.1605 262.8062 0000860 80.7273 279.3825 15.30194933 97373
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-32349 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-195P) is a Starlink V2M spacecraft launched on October 30, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and a diameter of 4.1 meters with a span of 29 meters, indicating the presence of deployable components such as solar panels or antennas. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg, while its launch mass was 730 kg. It belongs to the Starlink Group 9-9-14 and is owned by SPXS (SpaceX). Its shape is described as a box with an additional pan configuration.
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 9-9-14
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2M
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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