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STARLINK-11512 [DTC] (62517)
COSPAR: 2025-004G | Alt Name: Starlink 11512
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 8, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62517
International Designator
2025-004G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:40:11 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
353.89°
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Argument of Perigee
287.84°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11512 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11512
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62517U 25004G 26200.81957244 .00109367 00000+0 84468-3 0 9990
2 62517 42.9988 353.8898 0000671 287.8359 72.2435 15.70839349 87998
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 62517 and OBJECT ID 2025-004G is a Starlink V2M spacecraft launched on January 8, 2025, from LC39A at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (AFETR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg with a launch mass of 730 kg. Its shape is described as "Box + pan" and it was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) for the Starlink Group 12-11-07 mission, operated under the same ownership.
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 12-11-07
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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