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STARLINK-32444 (62073)
COSPAR: 2024-217S | Alt Name: Starlink 32444
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62073
International Designator
2024-217S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:26:14 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
300.00°
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Argument of Perigee
91.20°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32444
Alternative Name
Starlink 32444
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62073U 24217S 26200.47655455 .00016903 00000+0 51000-3 0 9992
2 62073 53.1595 299.9998 0002374 91.1998 268.9277 15.34415676 93629
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32444 satellite, also known as Starlink 32444, is a Starlink V2M model launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on November 24, 2024, from Vandenberg Space Force Base's SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and spans up to 29 meters when fully deployed. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and weighed 730 kilograms at launch. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan." It belongs to the Starlink Group 9-13-17 payload and is owned by SpaceX, with its primary purpose being part of the larger Starlink constellation for providing internet services.
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 9-13-17
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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