# THOR 7

> Norwegian communications satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q18464234](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18464234)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/thor-7

## Summary
THOR 7 is a Norwegian communications satellite launched on April 26, 2015. It operates in orbit as an artificial satellite specifically designed for telecommunications purposes.

## Key Facts
- THOR 7 was launched on April 26, 2015
- It was launched from ELA-3 using an Ariane 5 ECA launch vehicle
- The satellite has the alias "Intelsat 1W"
- Its COSPAR ID is 2015-022A
- THOR 7 is classified as a communications satellite
- It has SCN 40613
- It has 3 sitelinks across different language versions of Wikipedia
- The satellite was launched alongside SICRAL 2 on the same mission

## FAQs
### Q: What services does THOR 7 provide?
A: As a communications satellite, THOR 7 is designed for telecommunications purposes, though specific services aren't detailed in the available information.

### Q: Where was THOR 7 launched from?
A: THOR 7 was launched from ELA-3, which is part of the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana.

### Q: What is THOR 7's alternative name?
A: THOR 7 is also known by the alias "Intelsat 1W."

## Why It Matters
THOR 7 represents Norway's contribution to global telecommunications infrastructure as a communications satellite. Launched via Ariane 5 ECA, it demonstrates cooperation between Norwegian interests and European space technology capabilities. As a communications satellite, THOR 7 provides critical connectivity services, potentially including broadband, television broadcasting, or other communications services across its coverage area. The satellite's launch with SICRAL 2 on the same mission suggests it may be part of a coordinated effort to enhance governmental communications capabilities in the regions it serves, contributing to the robust international telecommunications network that supports modern global communications.

## Notable For
- Launch on the same mission as SICRAL 2, indicating potential coordinated governmental communications capabilities
- Norwegian origin while utilizing European launch technology (Ariane 5 ECA)
- Having the international identifier name "Intelsat 1W" in addition to its official designation
- Being a Norwegian communications satellite contributing to global telecommunications infrastructure

## Body
### Basic Information
THOR 7 is a Norwegian communications satellite with the alternative name "Intelsat 1W." It has a COSPAR ID of 2015-022A and SCN 40613.

### Launch Details
The satellite was launched on April 26, 2015, from ELA-3 using an Ariane 5 ECA launch vehicle. This launch was significant as it also carried SICRAL 2 on the same mission.

### Technical Classification
THOR 7 is classified as a communications satellite, meaning it is specifically designed for telecommunications purposes. Communications satellites are artificial satellites that relay and amplify radio telecommunications signals via a transponder.

### Digital Presence
The satellite has Wikipedia articles available in German (de), Norwegian (no), and Portuguese (pt) languages. It has 3 sitelinks and can be identified in various knowledge graphs with the Google Knowledge Graph ID /g/1z0spbm29 and Wolfram Language Entity Code Entity["Satellite", "40613"].

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report