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STARLINK-32257 (62171)
COSPAR: 2024-225J | Alt Name: Starlink 32257
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62171
International Designator
2024-225J
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:35:36 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
190.44°
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Argument of Perigee
266.77°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32257
Alternative Name
Starlink 32257
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62171U 24225J 26201.10805947 -.00000832 00000+0 -61943-4 0 9998
2 62171 70.0004 190.4376 0003950 266.7660 93.3047 14.98328345 89718
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink V2M satellite, designated as STARLINK-32257 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-225J), was launched on November 30, 2024, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It weighs 730 kg at launch and carries a Ku/Ka/E-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite is equipped with Argon ion thrusters, solar arrays, and batteries for power supply. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), the spacecraft operates under the Starlink Group N-01-07 mission to provide communication 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 N-01-07
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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