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STARLINK-32502 (62116)
COSPAR: 2024-222C | Alt Name: Starlink 32502
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Launch Details
Launch Date
November 27, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62116
International Designator
2024-222C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:33:29 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
109.42°
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Argument of Perigee
265.39°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32502
Alternative Name
Starlink 32502
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 62116U 24222C 26200.93992333 .00007633 00000+0 28655-3 0 9996
2 62116 43.0034 109.4156 0001303 265.3864 94.6839 15.27589482 93034
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite designated STARLINK-32502 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-222C) is a Starlink V2M spacecraft launched on November 27, 2024, from Cape Canaveral's LC39A launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket. With dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter, the satellite has an operational span of 29 meters and a dry mass of 700 kilograms. It was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) for the Starlink Group 6-76-03 payload mission and is part of SpaceX's constellation. The launch mass was 730 kilograms, and it stabilized in orbit on November 27 at 5:46 UTC. Additional details such as power supply, purpose, and equipment are not specified.
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 6-76-03
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
Map
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