STARLINK-32494 (62053)

COSPAR: 2024-216X | Alt Name: Starlink 32494

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Launch Details

Launch Date

November 21, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62053

International Designator

2024-216X

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:34:34 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

239.33°

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Argument of Perigee

275.96°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32494

Alternative Name

Starlink 32494

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62053U 24216X   26200.44067652  .00009295  00000+0  34681-3 0  9994

2 62053  43.0015 239.3252 0002005 275.9610  84.1013 15.27586929 93940

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Summary

The STARLINK-32494 satellite, also known as Starlink 32494, is a communication satellite under the Starlink v2 Mini configuration manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on November 21, 2024, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when deployed. It carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The dry mass is recorded at 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg, powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite is equipped with Argon ion thrusters as its propulsion system and has the shape of a box with solar panels.

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 6-66-22

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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