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STARLINK-11185 [DTC] (62588)
COSPAR: 2025-008B | Alt Name: Starlink 11185
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![STARLINK-11185 [DTC] Satellite Image](/images/sat/starlink.jpg)
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 13, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62588
International Designator
2025-008B
Epoch
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:14:08 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
54.62°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
278.60°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11185 [DTC]
Alternative Name
Starlink 11185
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62588U 25008B 26199.96815524 .00121859 00000+0 93872-3 0 9998
2 62588 43.0018 54.6206 0002444 278.6039 81.4552 15.70853417 86762
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-11185 [DTC], also known as Starlink 11185, is a member of the Starlink V2M series owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on January 13, 2025, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms, and it had a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The structure is described as having a box shape with a pan configuration. Further specific details such as its mission purpose, power source, or transmission frequencies 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 12-4-02
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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