# NORSAT 2

> satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q111471177](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q111471177)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/norsat-2

## Summary
NORSAT 2 is an artificial satellite operated by Space Norway, launched on July 14, 2017. It is part of Norway's national satellite infrastructure.

## Key Facts
- SCN: 42828
- Operator: Space Norway (as of February 29, 2024)
- COSPAR ID: 2017-042D
- Instance of: Artificial satellite
- Launch Date: July 14, 2017
- Wikidata Description: Satellite
- Wolfram Language Entity Code: Entity["Satellite", "42828"]

## FAQs
### Q: What is NORSAT 2?
A: NORSAT 2 is an artificial satellite operated by Space Norway, launched into orbit on July 14, 2017.

### Q: Who operates NORSAT 2?
A: Space Norway is the operator of NORSAT 2, as confirmed as of February 29, 2024.

### Q: When was NORSAT 2 launched?
A: NORSAT 2 was launched on July 14, 2017.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for NORSAT 2?
A: The COSPAR ID assigned to NORSAT 2 is 2017-042D.

## Why It Matters
NORSAT 2 represents a significant component of Norway's investment in national space capabilities and satellite infrastructure. As an artificial satellite operated by Space Norway, it contributes to the country's sovereign access to space-based services and data. Its launch in 2017 signifies a continued commitment by Norway to maintain and expand its presence in the space sector, supporting various applications that rely on satellite technology. This satellite, along with others managed by Space Norway, underpins critical national and potentially international telecommunications and Earth observation capabilities.

## Notable For
- Being operated by Space Norway, a key entity in Norway's space sector.
- Its launch date of July 14, 2017.
- Its unique COSPAR identifier: 2017-042D.
- Its classification as an artificial satellite within the broader category of human-made orbital objects.

## Body
### Basic Information
- NORSAT 2 is an artificial satellite.
- Its primary classification is as an artificial satellite.
- The entity is commonly described simply as a "satellite".

### Operator Details
- The operator of NORSAT 2 is Space Norway.
- This operational status was confirmed as of February 29, 2024.

### Technical Identifiers
- NORSAT 2 has the SCN number 42828.
- Its COSPAR ID is 2017-042D.
- It is identifiable in the Wolfram Language using the code Entity["Satellite", "42828"].
- Its Wikidata entity ID corresponds to the description "satellite".

## References

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