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STARLINK-32884 (62953)
COSPAR: 2025-029F | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
62953
International Designator
2025-029F
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:02:41 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
53.15°
Right Ascension
335.21°
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Argument of Perigee
91.10°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Name
STARLINK-32884
Alternative Name
N/A
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 62953U 25029F 26200.66853426 .00012078 00000+0 36799-3 0 9997
2 62953 53.1546 335.2133 0001326 91.0989 269.0165 15.34402810 81599
Source: Celestrak
Summary
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
29.0
Dry Mass
700
Launch Mass
730
Shape
Box + pan
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Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 11-10-06
Purpose
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Mission
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Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2M
Configuration
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Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
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Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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