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STARLINK-32846 (62867)
COSPAR: 2025-022P | Alt Name: Starlink 32846
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62867
International Designator
2025-022P
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:54:29 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
233.22°
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Argument of Perigee
91.78°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-32846
Alternative Name
Starlink 32846
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 62867U 25022P 26201.12116927 .00005568 00000+0 17581-3 0 9998
2 62867 53.1597 233.2188 0001097 91.7763 268.3365 15.34396369 82190
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-32846 satellite, also known as Starlink 32846, is a part of the Starlink V2M series and was launched on February 1, 2025, from AFWTR. It has dimensions including a length of 0.3 meters, a diameter of 4.1 meters, and a span of 29 meters, with a dry mass of 700 kg and a launch mass of 730 kg. The satellite is owned by SPXS (SpaceX) and is part of the Starlink Group 11-4-14 payload. Its shape 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 11-4-14
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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