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STARLINK-33984 (63830)
COSPAR: 2025-092AC | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 4, 2025
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
63830
International Designator
2025-092AC
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:18:36 GMT
Apogee
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Perigee
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
145.86°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
261.44°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
Latitude
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-33984
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 63830U 25092AC 26200.88792431 .00006811 00000+0 25666-3 0 9993
2 63830 43.0008 145.8639 0000714 261.4450 98.6321 15.27598912 68830
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
530
Launch Mass
575
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 6-84-27
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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