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STARLINK-32566 (61958)
COSPAR: 2024-209V | Alt Name: Starlink 32566
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
61958
International Designator
2024-209V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:02:31 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
242.81°
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Argument of Perigee
59.89°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32566
Alternative Name
Starlink 32566
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 61958U 24209V 26200.41841620 .00008129 00000+0 25149-3 0 9995
2 61958 53.1564 242.8146 0001004 59.8889 300.2213 15.34394344 95199
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32566 satellite, also known as Starlink 32566, is a Starlink V2M model launched on November 14, 2024, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters, indicating the presence of deployable components such as solar panels or antennas. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The satellite is owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX) and is part of the Starlink Group 9-11-20 payload, which suggests it belongs to SpaceX's larger constellation project aimed at providing global internet coverage. The shape description "Box + pan" indicates a box-shaped body with extended or folded panels. Further details such as power supply, purpose, and specific mission objectives are not provided in the data.
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 9-11-20
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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