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STARLINK-11484 [DTC] (62277)
COSPAR: 2024-237L | Alt Name: Starlink 11484
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![STARLINK-11484 [DTC] Satellite Image](/images/sat/starlink.jpg)
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 8, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62277
International Designator
2024-237L
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:04:57 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
338.68°
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Argument of Perigee
285.34°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11484 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11484
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62277U 24237L 26201.08677659 .00105900 00000+0 81751-3 0 9990
2 62277 42.9997 338.6765 0001111 285.3418 74.7326 15.70864101 93878
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-11484 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11484, is a satellite under the Starlink V2M bus configuration, manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on December 8, 2024, from Launch Pad LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. With a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg, the satellite is part of the Starlink Group 12-5-11 payload. It has a shape described as "Box + pan."
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 12-5-11
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
Map
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