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STARLINK-11534 [DTC] (62555)
COSPAR: 2025-006B | Alt Name: Starlink 11534
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![STARLINK-11534 [DTC] Satellite Image](/images/sat/starlink.jpg)
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 10, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62555
International Designator
2025-006B
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:51:06 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
62.12°
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Argument of Perigee
264.69°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11534 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11534
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62555U 25006B 26200.99382112 .00124062 00000+0 95548-3 0 9999
2 62555 42.9988 62.1217 0001563 264.6910 95.3780 15.70852367 87413
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-11534 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11534, is a Starlink V2M model launched on January 10, 2025, from the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 700 kg and its launch mass was 730 kg. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), it operates as part of the Starlink Group 12-12-02 payload constellation. The spacecraft has a box plus pan shape but lacks detailed information on its power, purpose, or specific mission details beyond being part of the larger Starlink network.
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 12-12-02
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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