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STARLINK-32844 (62820)
COSPAR: 2025-018Q | Alt Name: Starlink 32844
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62820
International Designator
2025-018Q
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:18:51 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
54.29°
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Argument of Perigee
91.47°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32844
Alternative Name
Starlink 32844
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62820U 25018Q 26200.97143308 .00008716 00000+0 29215-3 0 9992
2 62820 53.1586 54.2851 0001278 91.4687 268.6461 15.31716779 83434
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32844 satellite, also known as Starlink 32844, is a component of the Starlink Group 11-6-15 mission and was launched on January 24, 2025, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the Starlink V2M bus type manufactured by SPXS. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and spans 29 meters when unfolded. Its dry mass is 700 kg, with an initial launch mass of 730 kg. The shape of the satellite is described as a box with a pan configuration, but specific details on its power supply, purpose, and major events are not provided in the data set.
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 11-6-15
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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