# Umbra 07

> American synthetic aperture radar satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q121842030](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q121842030)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/umbra-07

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Umbra 07** based on the provided source material:

---

## Summary  
Umbra 07 is an American synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite designed for high-resolution Earth observation. Launched in 2023, it is part of the Umbra-SAR constellation and operates alongside predecessors like Umbra 06 and successors like Umbra 08. It was manufactured and operated by Umbra and launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket.

## Key Facts  
- **Type**: Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite  
- **Country**: United States  
- **Launch Date**: November 11, 2023  
- **Launch Vehicle**: SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5  
- **Launch Site**: Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4  
- **Mass**: 65 kg (launch weight)  
- **Operator**: Umbra  
- **Manufacturer**: Umbra  
- **Preceded by**: Umbra 06  
- **Followed by**: Umbra 08  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is the purpose of Umbra 07?  
A: Umbra 07 is a synthetic aperture radar satellite designed for high-resolution Earth observation, capable of capturing detailed imagery regardless of weather or lighting conditions.  

### Q: Who operates Umbra 07?  
A: The satellite is operated by Umbra, the same company that manufactured it.  

### Q: How does Umbra 07 compare to other satellites in its class?  
A: As part of the Umbra-SAR constellation, it follows Umbra 06 and precedes Umbra 08, with similar capabilities focused on SAR imaging.  

## Why It Matters  
Umbra 07 represents a continuation of advanced SAR technology, enabling persistent and high-resolution Earth observation for applications like environmental monitoring, disaster response, and defense. Its lightweight design (65 kg) and integration into the Umbra-SAR constellation highlight advancements in small satellite capabilities. By leveraging synthetic aperture radar, it provides all-weather, day-and-night imaging, filling gaps left by optical satellites. The use of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Block 5 for launch underscores the growing role of commercial spaceflight in deploying specialized satellites efficiently.  

## Notable For  
- Part of the **Umbra-SAR** constellation, a series of dedicated SAR satellites.  
- Launched aboard a **Falcon 9 Block 5**, a reusable orbital launch vehicle.  
- Compact **65 kg** mass, demonstrating advancements in miniaturized SAR technology.  

## Body  
### Technical Specifications  
- **Mass**: 65 kg (launch weight)  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2023-174AT  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 58297  

### Launch Details  
- **Date**: November 11, 2023  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Falcon 9 Block 5  
- **Launch Site**: Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4  

### Operational Context  
- **Operator**: Umbra  
- **Manufacturer**: Umbra  
- **Constellation**: Umbra-SAR  

## Schema Markup  
```json
{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "Thing",
  "name": "Umbra 07",
  "description": "American synthetic aperture radar satellite",
  "sameAs": ["https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q123456789"],
  "additionalType": "Synthetic aperture radar satellite"
}
```  

--- 

*Note: The Wikidata URL in `sameAs` is a placeholder; replace it with the actual URL if available.*

## References

1. [Source](https://space.skyrocket.de/doc_sdat/umbra-sar-2001.htm)