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STARLINK-32752 (62567)
COSPAR: 2025-006P | Alt Name: Starlink 32752
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 10, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62567
International Designator
2025-006P
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:04:30 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
265.20°
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Argument of Perigee
268.10°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32752
Alternative Name
Starlink 32752
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 62567U 25006P 26201.04479601 .00008429 00000+0 31540-3 0 9999
2 62567 43.0034 265.1972 0002362 268.1030 91.9551 15.27587657 85104
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32752 satellite, also known as Starlink 32752, is a member of the Starlink V2M series launched on January 10, 2025, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 40 (LC40) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a dry mass of 700 kg and was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length with a diameter of 4.1 meters, featuring a span of 29 meters, likely due to its solar panels or other deployable structures. Its primary function is part of the Starlink Group 12-12-14 constellation, aiming to provide global internet coverage. The satellite has a box plus pan shape and was launched with an initial mass of 730 kg.
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 12-12-14
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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