# Cosmos 1615
**Wikidata**: [Q12753362](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753362)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1615

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Cosmos 1615**:

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## Summary  
Cosmos 1615 is a Soviet satellite launched in 1984 as part of the Typhoon-1b class. It was deployed using a Kosmos-3M rocket from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132. The satellite is primarily recognized by its COSPAR ID 1984-127A and NORAD catalog number 15446.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: December 20, 1984 ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-3M rocket ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132 ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1984-127A ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q200386))  
- **NORAD Catalog Number**: 15446 ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Satellite Class**: Typhoon-1b ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Aliases**: Also known as Kosmos 1615  
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch at 13:00:00 UTC on December 20, 1984 ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  

## FAQs  
### Q: What type of satellite is Cosmos 1615?  
A: Cosmos 1615 is a Typhoon-1b class satellite, launched by the Soviet Union for undisclosed purposes (likely military or scientific).  

### Q: Where was Cosmos 1615 launched from?  
A: It was launched from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132, a major Soviet/Russian spaceport.  

### Q: What rocket was used to deploy Cosmos 1615?  
A: The Kosmos-3M, a reliable Soviet launch vehicle, was used for its deployment.  

## Why It Matters  
Cosmos 1615 represents a typical Soviet-era satellite launch during the Cold War, reflecting the USSR's advancements in space technology. While its exact mission remains unclear, satellites like it were often used for military reconnaissance, communications, or scientific experiments. Its launch underscores the strategic importance of the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, which remains active today. The mission also contributes to the broader history of space exploration, particularly in cataloging orbital objects tracked by NORAD and COSPAR.  

## Notable For  
- **Cold War Era Launch**: Part of Soviet space activities during heightened geopolitical tensions.  
- **Use of Kosmos-3M**: A widely used rocket with over 400 launches.  
- **Plesetsk Cosmodrome**: Highlights the site’s role in polar orbit deployments.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: December 20, 1984  
- **Time**: 13:00:00 UTC  
- **Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Class**: Typhoon-1b  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-3M (a two-stage Russian rocket)  

### Tracking Identifiers  
- **NORAD ID**: 15446  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1984-127A  

### Legacy  
- Tracked by international space agencies as part of orbital debris monitoring.  
- Contributes to historical records of Soviet satellite launches.  

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## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report