# Cosmos 1405
**Wikidata**: [Q12753256](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753256)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1405

## Summary
Cosmos 1405 was a Soviet satellite launched on September 4, 1982, as part of the US-P class of radar reconnaissance satellites. It was launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 90 using a Tsyklon-2 rocket.

## Key Facts
- Cosmos 1405 was launched on September 4, 1982
- It belongs to the US-P class of satellites
- The satellite was launched using a Tsyklon-2 rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 90
- Its SCN (Space Catalog Number) is 13508
- Its COSPAR ID is 1982-088A
- The launch occurred at 17:50:00 on September 4, 1982
- It has Wikipedia articles available in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian languages
- The Wolfram Language identifies it as Entity["Satellite", "13508"]

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 1405?
A: Cosmos 1405 was part of the US-P class of satellites, which were Soviet radar reconnaissance satellites used for military intelligence gathering. These satellites were designed to provide surveillance capabilities for the Soviet military.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 1405 launched?
A: Cosmos 1405 was launched on September 4, 1982, from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 90 at 17:50:00 local time using a Tsyklon-2 rocket.

### Q: What type of rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1405?
A: Cosmos 1405 was launched using a Tsyklon-2, a Soviet/Ukrainian expendable launch vehicle that was part of the Soviet space program's launch capabilities.

### Q: How is Cosmos 1405 identified in satellite databases?
A: Cosmos 1405 is identified with SCN number 13508 and COSPAR ID 1982-088A in various satellite cataloging systems, and it appears in the Wolfram Language as Entity["Satellite", "13508"].

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 1405 represents the Soviet Union's efforts in space-based military intelligence during the Cold War era. As part of the US-P class of satellites, it contributed to the broader surveillance capabilities of the Soviet military, providing radar reconnaissance that could track naval movements and gather strategic intelligence. The use of Tsyklon-2 rockets for these missions highlights the technological capabilities of the Soviet space program at the time. This satellite, along with others in its class, played a role in the broader space race and military competition between superpowers, demonstrating the intersection of space technology and national security objectives during this period of geopolitical tension.

## Notable For
- Part of the Soviet US-P class of radar reconnaissance satellites used for military intelligence
- Launched using a Tsyklon-2 rocket, showcasing Soviet launch vehicle capabilities
- Has specific identifiers including SCN 13508 and COSPAR ID 1982-088A for precise cataloging
- One of the documented satellites in the Soviet Cosmos program during the Cold War

## Body
### Overview
Cosmos 1405 was a Soviet satellite launched on September 4, 1982. It belongs to the US-P class of satellites, which were designed for radar reconnaissance purposes. The satellite was launched as part of the broader Soviet space program during the Cold War era.

### Technical Specifications
- SCN (Space Catalog Number): 13508
- COSPAR ID: 1982-088A
- Launch Vehicle: Tsyklon-2 (Soviet/Ukrainian expendable launch vehicle)
- Launch Site: Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 90
- Launch Date: September 4, 1982
- Launch Time: 17:50:00

### Launch Details
The launch of Cosmos 1405 occurred on September 4, 1982, from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 90. The mission was conducted using a Tsyklon-2 rocket, which was a workhorse of the Soviet space program. This launch represented the Soviet Union's continued development and utilization of satellite technology for military purposes.

### Documentation and Recognition
Cosmos 1405 has been documented with specific identifiers including its SCN 13508 and COSPAR ID 1982-088A. It has Wikipedia articles available in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian languages. In the Wolfram Language, it is identified as Entity["Satellite", "13508"]. The satellite has 3 sitelinks across various Wikipedia language editions.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report