# Cosmos 2225
**Wikidata**: [Q12753669](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753669)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-2225

## Summary
Cosmos 2225 is a reconnaissance satellite identified as part of the Orlets-1 class. It was successfully launched on December 22, 1992, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome using a Soyuz-U rocket. The satellite is assigned the international COSPAR ID 1992-091A.

## Key Facts
- **Classification:** Cosmos 2225 is an instance of the Orlets-1 class of reconnaissance satellites.
- **Launch Date:** The satellite was launched on December 22, 1992.
- **Launch Vehicle:** It was delivered to orbit by a Soyuz-U rocket, a variant described as the "Universal" design.
- **Launch Site:** The launch originated from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.
- **COSPAR ID:** Its international designation is 1992-091A.
- **Satellite Catalog Number:** It is tracked under SCN 22280.
- **Aliases:** The satellite is also known as Kosmos 2225.
- **Launch Event Timing:** The significant rocket launch event occurred at 12:00:00 on the date of launch.

## FAQs
### Q: What type of satellite is Cosmos 2225?
A: Cosmos 2225 is a reconnaissance satellite belonging to the Orlets-1 class. This classification indicates it was designed for information gathering or observation purposes.

### Q: When and how was Cosmos 2225 launched?
A: The satellite was launched on December 22, 1992, at 12:00:00. It was deployed using a Soyuz-U rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.

### Q: What are the identifying codes for Cosmos 2225?
A: The satellite is identified by the COSPAR ID 1992-091A and the Satellite Catalog Number (SCN) 22280. In the Wolfram Language, it is indexed as Entity["Satellite", "22280"].

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 2225 serves as a specific historical data point within the timeline of Soviet and Russian space reconnaissance efforts. Launched in late 1992, it represents the operational continuity of the Orlets-1 program during the post-Soviet transition period. The entry highlights the persistent use of the Soyuz-U rocket—a vehicle noted for its "Universal" design—which served as a workhorse for deploying such assets. By documenting precise identifiers like the COSPAR ID (1992-091A) and SCN (22280), this entity provides a verifiable record for tracking the object's history and classification within global space surveillance catalogs.

## Notable For
- **Orlets-1 Classification:** Distinguished as an instance of the Orlets-1 reconnaissance satellite class.
- **Soyuz-U Deployment:** Utilized the Soyuz-U rocket, a prominent launch vehicle variant associated with the Soviet Union.
- **Precise Launch Record:** Maintains a specific launch record including the exact site (Baikonur Site 31) and time (12:00:00).
- **Multilingual Documentation:** The entity has established Wikipedia entries in Croatian, Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian.

## Body

### Mission and Classification
Cosmos 2225 is formally classified as an instance of **Orlets-1**, a type of reconnaissance satellite. In the context of space assets, this classification places the entity within a specific lineage of orbital surveillance technology. The satellite is also referenced by the alias **Kosmos 2225**.

### Launch Operations
The satellite was launched on **December 22, 1992**. The launch event is documented with a precise timestamp of **12:00:00**.
*   **Launch Vehicle:** The mission utilized the **Soyuz-U** rocket. This vehicle is characterized as a "Universal" variant of the Soyuz rocket design and is historically associated with the Soviet Union.
*   **Location:** The launch took place at **Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31** (also known as Site 31/6). This site is a major launch facility used for crewed and uncrewed missions.

### Technical Identifiers
To facilitate tracking and cataloging in international databases, Cosmos 2225 is associated with the following technical properties:
*   **COSPAR ID:** 1992-091A
*   **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 22280
*   **Wolfram Language Code:** `Entity["Satellite", "22280"]`

The data regarding this entity is supported by references to Wikidata identifiers and academic source tracking (e.g., Q6272367).

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report