# Cosmos 1605
**Wikidata**: [Q12907446](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12907446)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1605

## Summary  
Cosmos 1605 is a Soviet satellite launched in 1984 as part of the Parus navigation and communication system. It was deployed using a Kosmos-3M rocket from Plesetsk Cosmodrome to support naval operations. The satellite is identified by COSPAR ID 1984-109A and SCN 15359.  

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: October 11, 1984, at 14:43:00 UTC.  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-3M rocket (Soviet Union/Russia).  
- **Launch Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132.  
- **Satellite Class**: Parus, designed for naval navigation and communication.  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1984-109A.  
- **SCN**: 15359.  
- **Mission Type**: Military navigation and communication support.  
- **Wolfram Code**: Entity["Satellite", "15359"].  

## FAQs  
### Q: When was Cosmos 1605 launched?  
A: Cosmos 1605 was launched on October 11, 1984, at 14:43:00 UTC from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132.  

### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 1605?  
A: It was part of the Parus satellite system, providing navigation and communication support for Soviet naval operations.  

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1605?  
A: The satellite was deployed using a Kosmos-3M rocket, a Soviet/Russian launch vehicle.  

## Why It Matters  
Cosmos 1605 was a critical component of the Soviet Union’s Parus satellite network, which played a key role in naval navigation and communication during the Cold War. As part of this system, it contributed to maritime military operations by relaying data and signals. The satellite’s launch on a Kosmos-3M rocket also highlighted the reliability of this launch vehicle, which was widely used for deploying small satellites. While individual Parus satellites like Cosmos 1605 were not publicly high-profile, their collective impact ensured consistent communication for naval forces, underscoring their importance in Soviet military infrastructure.  

## Notable For  
- **Parus-Class Satellite**: Part of a network designed for naval navigation and communication.  
- **Kosmos-3M Launch**: Utilized a rocket known for its frequent use in Soviet/Russian satellite deployments.  
- **Plesetsk Cosmodrome Launch Site**: Originated from a key Soviet spaceport.  
- **Cold War-Era Operations**: Supported military activities during a period of geopolitical tension.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date/Time**: October 11, 1984, at 14:43:00 UTC.  
- **Location**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132 in the Soviet Union (now Russia).  
- **Rocket**: Kosmos-3M, a lightweight launch vehicle used for small satellites.  

### Satellite Specifications  
- **Identifier**: COSPAR ID 1984-109A, SCN 15359.  
- **Class**: Parus, a series of satellites for naval navigation and communication.  
- **Aliases**: Kosmos 1605.  

### Mission and Operations  
- **Role**: Provided navigation and communication support for Soviet naval forces.  
- **System**: Part of the broader Parus network, ensuring redundant coverage for military operations.  
- **Legacy**: Contributed to the Soviet Union’s maritime military capabilities during the Cold War.  

### Technical Context  
- **Launch Vehicle**: The Kosmos-3M rocket was a derivative of the R-14 Chusovaya missile, adapted for satellite launches.  
- **Site Significance**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome was a primary launch site for Soviet military satellites.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report