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STARLINK-11476 [DTC] (62228)
COSPAR: 2024-231L | Alt Name: Starlink 11476
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62228
International Designator
2024-231L
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:37:35 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
167.54°
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Argument of Perigee
192.43°
Period
91.73 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11476 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11476
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 62228U 24231L 26201.23444315 .00119365 00000+0 97462-3 0 9994
2 62228 53.1592 167.5353 0000057 192.4257 167.6760 15.69743560 94247
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11476 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11476, is a Starlink V2M spacecraft owned and manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on December 5, 2024, from AFWTR using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle at SLC4E. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters. At launch, it weighed 730 kilograms with a dry mass of 700 kilograms. Its shape is described as a box with a pan configuration.
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 9-14-11
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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