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STARLINK-32704 (62826)
COSPAR: 2025-018W | Alt Name: Starlink 32704
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62826
International Designator
2025-018W
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:29:54 GMT
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Inclination
53.15°
Right Ascension
48.32°
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Argument of Perigee
131.53°
Period
93.18 min
Mean Motion
15.45 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32704
Alternative Name
Starlink 32704
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 62826U 25018W 26201.27077536 .00031601 00000+0 65512-3 0 9990
2 62826 53.1518 48.3199 0004466 131.5268 228.6123 15.45472435 83543
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32704, also known as Starlink 32704, is a Starlink V2M model owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on January 24, 2025, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, 4.1 meters in diameter, and a span of 29 meters. Its dry mass is 700 kg, with an initial launch mass of 730 kg. It belongs to the Starlink Group 11-6-21 payload group and features a shape described as "Box + pan."
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 11-6-21
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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