# USA-198

> 32378

**Wikidata**: [Q106608624](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q106608624)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USA-198)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/usa-198

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **USA-198** based on the provided source material:

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## Summary  
USA-198 is a U.S. communications satellite launched in 2007. It was deployed using an Atlas V 401 rocket and is classified as an artificial satellite designed for telecommunications.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date:** December 10, 2007 (reference: Q6272367)  
- **Launch Vehicle:** Atlas V 401 (reference: Q6272367)  
- **COSPAR ID:** 2007-060A (reference: Q328)  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 32378 (reference: Q328)  
- **Class:** Communications satellite (sitelink_count: 66)  
- **Alternative Name:** USA 198  
- **Wikidata Description:** "32378"  
- **Commons Category:** NROL-24  
- **Wolfram Language Entity Code:** `Entity["Satellite", "32378"]`  

## FAQs  
### Q: What type of satellite is USA-198?  
A: USA-198 is a communications satellite, designed for telecommunications purposes.  

### Q: When was USA-198 launched?  
A: It was launched on December 10, 2007, aboard an Atlas V 401 rocket.  

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for USA-198?  
A: The COSPAR ID for USA-198 is 2007-060A.  

## Why It Matters  
USA-198 represents a critical component of U.S. satellite communications infrastructure. As a dedicated telecommunications satellite, it likely supports military or governmental communications, ensuring secure and reliable data transmission. Its launch aboard the Atlas V 401—a proven launch vehicle—highlights the importance of dependable deployment for mission-critical satellites. While specific operational details are not publicly disclosed, its existence underscores the ongoing investment in space-based communications for national security and global connectivity.  

## Notable For  
- **Secure Deployment:** Launched via the reliable Atlas V 401, ensuring precise orbital insertion.  
- **Government Use:** Likely part of a classified or sensitive communications network.  
- **Cataloged Identification:** Officially tracked as SCN 32378 and COSPAR 2007-060A.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date:** December 10, 2007  
- **Rocket:** Atlas V 401 (United Launch Alliance)  
- **COSPAR Designation:** 2007-060A  

### Classification  
- **Primary Role:** Communications satellite  
- **Wikidata Class:** Artificial satellite for telecommunications  

### Identifiers  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 32378  
- **Alternative Name:** USA 198  
- **Wolfram Reference:** `Entity["Satellite", "32378"]`  

### Documentation  
- **Commons Category:** Listed under "NROL-24" (possible alternate designation)  
- **Wikipedia Coverage:** Available in English under "USA-198."  

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report