STARLINK-32628 (62122)

COSPAR: 2024-222J | Alt Name: Starlink 32628

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Launch Details

Launch Date

November 27, 2024

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62122

International Designator

2024-222J

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:08:31 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

110.07°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

273.48°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32628

Alternative Name

Starlink 32628

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 62122U 24222J   26200.79758726  .00006151  00000+0  23280-3 0  9996
2 62122  43.0021 110.0691 0001057 273.4781  86.5950 15.27587002 93123

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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32628 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-222J) is a Starlink V2M spacecraft operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on November 27, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 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. Its dry mass is recorded as 700 kilograms, while its launch mass was 730 kilograms. The satellite's shape consists of a box design augmented by a pan component, which may relate to its solar panel configuration. It is part of the Starlink Group 6-76-09 payload and serves communication purposes within SpaceX's constellation network.

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 6-76-09

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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