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STARLINK-32868 (62854)
COSPAR: 2025-022A | Alt Name: Starlink 32868
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62854
International Designator
2025-022A
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:11:45 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
235.03°
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Argument of Perigee
81.92°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32868
Alternative Name
Starlink 32868
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 62854U 25022A 26200.38316455 .00004828 00000+0 15397-3 0 9990
2 62854 53.1566 235.0306 0001161 81.9250 278.1884 15.34393273 82914
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-32868 (OBJECT_ID: 2025-022A) is a Starlink V2M spacecraft manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched from AFWTR on February 1, 2025, it has a launch mass of 730 kg and a dry mass of 700 kg. Its physical dimensions include a length of 0.3 meters, diameter of 4.1 meters, and span of 29 meters. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan." It was stabilized by February 2, 2025, at 03:23 UTC. The payload it carries is part of the Starlink Group 11-4-01 constellation, though specific details about its purpose and mission are not provided in the data given.
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 11-4-01
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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