STARLINK-32554 (62136)

COSPAR: 2024-222Y | Alt Name: Starlink 32554

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Launch Details

Launch Date

November 27, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62136

International Designator

2024-222Y

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:04:49 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

110.05°

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Argument of Perigee

294.77°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32554

Alternative Name

Starlink 32554

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62136U 24222Y   26200.79501595  .00008557  00000+0  32002-3 0  9995

2 62136  43.0010 110.0479 0000418 294.7697  65.3111 15.27588358 93008

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Summary

The satellite STARLINK-32554, also known as Starlink 32554, is a component of the Starlink V2M series manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and owned by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on November 27, 2024, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures approximately 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters and a span of 29 meters. Its shape is described as a "Box + pan," and it has a dry mass of 700 kilograms, weighing 730 kilograms at launch. It is part of the Starlink Group 6-76-23 payload but does not have additional details listed for equipment, mission purpose, or power specifications.

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 6-76-23

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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