Space Brief 25 Nov 2024
Today's brief highlights the need for better space debris management, multiple SpaceX Starlink launches, and NASA's upcoming lunar cargo delivery plans.
STARLINK-36401 (67696)
COSPAR: 2026-025D | Alt Name: N/A
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
67696
International Designator
2026-025D
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:48:39 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
312.11°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
109.77°
Period
93.91 min
Mean Motion
15.33 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-36401
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 67696U 26025D 26201.28378472 .00009654 00000+0 30091-3 0 9990
2 67696 97.2841 312.1086 0000590 109.7719 250.3588 15.33452216 26333
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 17-33-04
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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