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STARLINK-32645 (62321)
COSPAR: 2024-239W | Alt Name: Starlink 32645
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62321
International Designator
2024-239W
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:16:28 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
284.93°
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Argument of Perigee
85.64°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32645
Alternative Name
Starlink 32645
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 62321U 24239W 26201.21977596 .00011423 00000+0 34872-3 0 9998
2 62321 53.1606 284.9295 0001151 85.6422 274.4713 15.34398940 89866
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-32645 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-239W) is a Starlink V2M type spacecraft launched on December 13, 2024, from AFWTR using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle from SLC4E. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kilograms, and its launch mass was 730 kilograms. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is part of the Starlink Group 11-2-21 payload. Its shape resembles a box with a panel 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 11-2-21
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
Next Pass
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