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STARLINK-32841 (62865)
COSPAR: 2025-022M | Alt Name: Starlink 32841
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62865
International Designator
2025-022M
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:14:37 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
233.52°
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Argument of Perigee
90.37°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32841
Alternative Name
Starlink 32841
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 62865U 25022M 26201.05182613 .00014501 00000+0 43948-3 0 9996
2 62865 53.1576 233.5170 0000948 90.3675 269.7436 15.34400672 82175
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32841 satellite, also known as Starlink 32841, is a part of the Starlink V2M series and belongs to SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched from AFWTR on February 1, 2025, and stabilized in orbit by February 2, 2025. This satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and spans 29 meters when fully deployed. Its dry mass is 700 kilograms with a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The payload associated with this satellite is the Starlink Group 11-4-12. The shape of the spacecraft is 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 11-4-12
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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