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STARLINK-32690 (62453)
COSPAR: 2024-251X | Alt Name: Starlink 32690
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62453
International Designator
2024-251X
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:39:42 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
80.28°
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Argument of Perigee
96.27°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32690
Alternative Name
Starlink 32690
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62453U 24251X 26200.90257843 .00011361 00000+0 34696-3 0 9994
2 62453 53.1582 80.2803 0001251 96.2691 263.8454 15.34390647 87828
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32690 (OBJECT_ID: 2024-251X) is a Starlink V2M model launched on December 29, 2024, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and a launch mass of 730 kilograms. Manufactured by SPXS, it is part of the Starlink Group 11-3-22 payload under the ownership of SpaceX (SPXS). Its shape is described as "Box + pan," but details such as power supply, purpose, major events, and material composition are not provided in the given data.
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 11-3-22
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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