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STARLINK-33588 (62781)
COSPAR: 2025-015Z | Alt Name: Starlink 33588
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62781
International Designator
2025-015Z
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:52:19 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
59.83°
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Argument of Perigee
111.45°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33588
Alternative Name
Starlink 33588
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62781U 25015Z 26201.82800671 .00019475 00000+0 58613-3 0 9991
2 62781 53.1584 59.8334 0001084 111.4462 248.6657 15.34393726 84920
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 62781 and OBJECT ID 2025-015Z is a Starlink V2MO spacecraft operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on January 21, 2025, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter with a span of 29 meters. It carries the payload known as Starlink Group 11-8-24 and had a launch mass of 575 kg, reducing to a dry mass of 530 kg. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," indicating its specific design configuration for operation within the Starlink constellation.
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
530
Launch Mass
575
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 11-8-24
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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