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STARLINK-32585 (61953)
COSPAR: 2024-209Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32585
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61953
International Designator
2024-209Q
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:34:22 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
241.03°
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Argument of Perigee
67.33°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32585
Alternative Name
Starlink 32585
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 61953U 24209Q 26200.81553998 .00009072 00000+0 27928-3 0 9997
2 61953 53.1568 241.0267 0000604 67.3291 292.7776 15.34401577 95230
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-32585, also known as Starlink 32585, is a satellite belonging to the Starlink V2M bus series launched by SpaceX on November 14, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans about 29 meters when fully deployed. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms with a total launch mass of 730 kilograms. Its shape resembles a box with an added pan configuration. The satellite is part of the Starlink Group 9-11-15 payload and is owned by SpaceX, which also manufactured it.
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 9-11-15
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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