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STARLINK-33581 (62784)
COSPAR: 2025-015AC | Alt Name: Starlink 33581
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62784
International Designator
2025-015AC
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:51:31 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
67.03°
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Argument of Perigee
78.23°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33581
Alternative Name
Starlink 33581
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 62784U 25015AC 26201.03578552 .00009113 00000+0 30495-3 0 9993
2 62784 53.1586 67.0311 0001026 78.2259 281.8858 15.31710142 84756
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-33581 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-015AC) is a Starlink V2MO spacecraft belonging to SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on January 21, 2025, from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters. It has a dry mass of 530 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 575 kilograms. The shape is described as "Box + pan," but other details such as power systems, purpose, and transmission frequencies are not provided.
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 11-8-27
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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