# NORSAT 1

> satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q111471178](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q111471178)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/norsat-1

## Summary
NORSAT 1 is an artificial satellite operated by Space Norway, launched on July 14, 2017. It is identified by the COSPAR ID 2017-042B and has a satellite catalog number (SCN) of 42826. The satellite serves as a human-made object placed in orbit for various purposes.

## Key Facts
- Launched on July 14, 2017, by Space Norway
- COSPAR ID: 2017-042B
- Satellite Catalog Number (SCN): 42826
- Instance of: Artificial satellite
- Operated by: Space Norway
- Wikidata description: Satellite
- Wolfram Language Entity Code: Entity["Satellite", "42826"]

## FAQs
### Q: What is NORSAT 1?
A: NORSAT 1 is an artificial satellite launched by Space Norway on July 14, 2017. It is identified by the COSPAR ID 2017-042B and serves as a human-made object in orbit.

### Q: Who operates NORSAT 1?
A: NORSAT 1 is operated by Space Norway, a Norwegian space company.

### Q: When was NORSAT 1 launched?
A: NORSAT 1 was launched on July 14, 2017.

## Why It Matters
NORSAT 1 represents Norway's growing presence in space technology and satellite operations. As an artificial satellite, it contributes to various applications such as communication, Earth observation, or scientific research, depending on its specific mission parameters. The successful launch and operation of NORSAT 1 demonstrate Norway's capabilities in space technology and its commitment to participating in the global space industry. Satellites like NORSAT 1 play crucial roles in modern society, enabling everything from global communications to weather forecasting and environmental monitoring.

## Notable For
- Being Norway's operational satellite in space
- Representing Norway's entry into independent satellite operations
- Contributing to the country's space technology capabilities
- Serving as a platform for Norwegian space research and development
- Demonstrating successful international collaboration in space technology

## Body
### Technical Specifications
NORSAT 1 is classified as an artificial satellite, which means it is a human-made object intentionally placed in orbit around Earth. The satellite has been assigned the COSPAR ID 2017-042B, which is a unique identifier used internationally to catalog space objects.

### Operational Details
The satellite is operated by Space Norway, a company responsible for managing Norway's space activities. This operational responsibility includes maintaining the satellite's functionality, managing its orbit, and ensuring it fulfills its intended mission objectives.

### Identification and Cataloging
NORSAT 1 has been assigned the satellite catalog number (SCN) 42826 by the United States Space Command's Space Track catalog. This numbering system helps track and identify all artificial objects in Earth's orbit.

### Mission Context
As a satellite launched in 2017, NORSAT 1 represents relatively recent advancements in satellite technology. Its launch date of July 14, 2017, places it among the newer generation of satellites that benefit from improved miniaturization and efficiency in space technology.

### International Recognition
The satellite is recognized in various international databases and systems, including Wikidata, where it is described simply as a "satellite," and in Wolfram Language's entity system, where it can be referenced as Entity["Satellite", "42826"].

## References

1. [Source](https://spacenorway.no/en/)
2. SATCAT