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STARLINK-11464 [DTC] (62473)
COSPAR: 2024-254M | Alt Name: Starlink 11464
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![STARLINK-11464 [DTC] Satellite Image](/images/sat/starlink.jpg)
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 31, 2024
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62473
International Designator
2024-254M
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:22:48 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
144.27°
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Argument of Perigee
278.22°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11464 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11464
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62473U 24254M 26201.22417032 .00167383 00000+0 12804-2 0 9995
2 62473 43.0005 144.2687 0001682 278.2185 81.8492 15.70866489 90294
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11464 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11464, is a Starlink V2M spacecraft manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on December 31, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters, indicating it likely includes deployable structures such as solar panels or antennas. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, with a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The shape of the satellite is described as "Box + pan," suggesting a box-shaped main body with additional components like solar panels or antennas.
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 12-6-12
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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