# Cosmos 581
**Wikidata**: [Q12753908](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753908)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-581

## Summary
Cosmos 581 was a Soviet satellite launched on August 24, 1973, using a Voskhod rocket from Gagarin's Start. It was part of the Zenit-4M class of spacecraft, designated with the COSPAR ID 1973-059A. The mission marked a rocket launch event at the specified time and location.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: August 24, 1973
- **Launch Vehicle**: Voskhod
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start
- **COSPAR ID**: 1973-059A
- **Class**: Zenit-4M
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch at 10:59:55 UTC on August 24, 1973
- **Country**: Soviet Union
- **Wikipedia Availability**: Available in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian

## FAQs
### Q: What was Cosmos 581?
A: Cosmos 581 was a Soviet satellite launched on August 24, 1973, as part of the Zenit-4M class. It was launched using a Voskhod rocket from Gagarin's Start.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 581 launched?
A: Cosmos 581 was launched on August 24, 1973, at 10:59:55 UTC from Gagarin's Start.

### Q: What type of spacecraft was Cosmos 581?
A: Cosmos 581 was a Zenit-4M class spacecraft, launched by the Soviet Union.

### Q: What was the COSPAR ID for Cosmos 581?
A: The COSPAR ID for Cosmos 581 is 1973-059A.

### Q: What launch vehicle was used for Cosmos 581?
A: The Voskhod rocket was used to launch Cosmos 581.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 581 represents a significant entry in the Soviet space program's satellite launches during the 1970s. As part of the Zenit-4M series, it contributed to the broader efforts of the Soviet Union in space exploration and satellite deployment. The mission highlights the Soviet Union's advancements in rocket technology and satellite operations, particularly using the Voskhod launch vehicle. While specific details about its payload or mission objectives are not provided, its inclusion in the Cosmos series indicates its role in military, scientific, or technological research. The launch from Gagarin's Start underscores the Soviet Union's strategic focus on space infrastructure and capabilities during the Cold War era.

## Notable For
- **First Launch of Zenit-4M Class**: Cosmos 581 was one of the first satellites in the Zenit-4M series.
- **Voskhod Rocket Utilization**: It marked a use of the Voskhod rocket for satellite deployment.
- **COSPAR Designation**: The COSPAR ID 1973-059A is a unique identifier for this mission.
- **Soviet Space Legacy**: Part of the broader Soviet space program's contributions to satellite technology.
- **Cold War Context**: Reflects the Soviet Union's space activities during the Cold War era.

## Body
### Mission Overview
Cosmos 581 was launched on August 24, 1973, at 10:59:55 UTC from Gagarin's Start. The mission utilized the Voskhod rocket, a Soviet launch vehicle, and was designated with the COSPAR ID 1973-059A. The spacecraft belonged to the Zenit-4M class, a series of Soviet satellites.

### Launch Details
- **Launch Date**: August 24, 1973
- **Launch Time**: 10:59:55 UTC
- **Launch Site**: Gagarin's Start
- **Launch Vehicle**: Voskhod

### Classification and Identification
- **Class**: Zenit-4M
- **COSPAR ID**: 1973-059A
- **Country**: Soviet Union

### Wikipedia Availability
The mission has Wikipedia entries in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian, indicating its regional interest and documentation.

### Related Entities
- **Voskhod**: The launch vehicle used for Cosmos 581.
- **Zenit-4M**: The class of spacecraft to which Cosmos 581 belonged.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report