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STARLINK-11564 (62913)
COSPAR: 2025-027G | Alt Name: Starlink 11564
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 8, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62913
International Designator
2025-027G
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:01:03 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
272.83°
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Argument of Perigee
271.28°
Period
91.67 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-11564
Alternative Name
Starlink 11564
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 62913U 25027G 26200.58407214 .00099533 00000+0 76951-3 0 9997
2 62913 42.9999 272.8314 0001599 271.2785 88.7899 15.70852375 83898
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Summary
The satellite identified by NORAD catalog ID 62913 is known as Starlink 11564 and belongs to the Starlink V2M bus configuration. Launched on February 8, 2025, from an unspecified site, it has a dry mass of 700 kg and launched with a total mass of 730 kg. The satellite measures 0.3 meters in length, has a diameter of 4.1 meters, and its span is 29 meters. It was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) for the Starlink Group 12-9-07 payload and operates under the ownership of SpaceX as part of the constellation providing internet services. The shape is described as "Box + pan," but details regarding power, purpose, major events, materials composition, and related satellites are not provided in the given data.
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 12-9-07
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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