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STARLINK-32641 (62236)
COSPAR: 2024-231U | Alt Name: Starlink 32641
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62236
International Designator
2024-231U
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:34:16 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
310.83°
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Argument of Perigee
105.72°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32641
Alternative Name
Starlink 32641
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62236U 24231U 26201.31546329 .00015736 00000+0 54224-3 0 9996
2 62236 53.1555 310.8340 0001683 105.7164 254.4023 15.30203915 92242
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32641 satellite, also known as Starlink 32641, is a Starlink V2M spacecraft manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) and launched on December 5, 2024, from the AFWTR launch site at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a span of 29 meters and dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters and diameter of 4.1 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg. Its shape is described as "Box + pan." The spacecraft is part of the Starlink Group 9-14-19 payload owned by SpaceX, with no additional details provided about its purpose or mission specifics.
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 9-14-19
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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