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STARLINK-32600 (62178)
COSPAR: 2024-225R | Alt Name: Starlink 32600
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62178
International Designator
2024-225R
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:24:42 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
182.60°
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Argument of Perigee
265.08°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32600
Alternative Name
Starlink 32600
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 62178U 24225R 26200.35048825 .00002384 00000+0 20751-3 0 9998
2 62178 70.0003 182.5980 0003763 265.0797 94.9933 14.98323699 89844
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32600 satellite, also known as Starlink 32600, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and launched on November 30, 2024, from AFWTR using Falcon 9 at SLC4E. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite features a Starlink v2 Mini configuration with a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka/E-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power and Argon ion thrusters as its motor. The satellite is designed for communication purposes and has a box plus pan shape.
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-01-14
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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