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STARLINK-34514 (64416)
COSPAR: 2025-129E | Alt Name: N/A
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
64416
International Designator
2025-129E
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:48:58 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
100.31°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
271.70°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-34514
Alternative Name
N/A
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 64416U 25129E 26201.15900774 .00002047 00000+0 17929-3 0 9997
2 64416 70.0004 100.3094 0002447 271.7037 88.3842 14.98335973 61131
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 15-9-05
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink V2MO
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
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Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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