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STARLINK-32825 (62825)
COSPAR: 2025-018V | Alt Name: Starlink 32825
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62825
International Designator
2025-018V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:05:46 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
53.00°
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Argument of Perigee
123.25°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32825
Alternative Name
Starlink 32825
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 62825U 25018V 26200.87901058 .00008662 00000+0 30421-3 0 9991
2 62825 53.1578 52.9970 0001563 123.2450 236.8701 15.30201368 83443
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32825 satellite, also known as Starlink 32825, is a part of the Starlink Group 11-6-20 and belongs to the Starlink V2M bus series. It was launched on January 24, 2025, from AFWTR (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 when fully deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kg, and it had a launch mass of 730 kg. The spacecraft shape is described as "Box + pan," indicating it has a box-like structure with an additional component that could be solar panels or antennas. It was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) and operates under US ownership. No specific mission details are provided in the data, but its primary function is presumed to contribute to SpaceX's Starlink constellation for internet services.
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 11-6-20
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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