# Gonets-M

> satellite family

**Wikidata**: [Q14941251](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q14941251)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/gonets-m

## Summary
Gonets-M is a Russian civilian low Earth orbit communications satellite system, part of the broader Gonets family of satellites. It serves as a communications satellite designed for telecommunications purposes.

## Key Facts
- Gonets-M is a subclass of communications satellite and artificial satellite
- First flight occurred on December 21, 2005
- Manufactured by JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev
- Part of the Russian civilian Gonets satellite system
- Has a sitelink count of 1 on Wikidata
- Classified under the topic's main category: Category:Gonets-M

## FAQs
### Q: What is Gonets-M?
A: Gonets-M is a Russian civilian low Earth orbit communications satellite system, part of the broader Gonets family of satellites designed for telecommunications purposes.

### Q: When was the first Gonets-M satellite launched?
A: The first Gonets-M satellite was launched on December 21, 2005.

### Q: Who manufactures Gonets-M satellites?
A: Gonets-M satellites are manufactured by JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev, a Russian aerospace company.

## Why It Matters
Gonets-M represents an important component of Russia's civilian satellite communications infrastructure. As part of the Gonets system, these satellites provide crucial low Earth orbit communication capabilities, supporting various civilian applications including data transmission, messaging, and potentially emergency communications. The system fills a specific niche in Russia's space-based communications network, complementing other satellite systems and providing redundancy in national communications infrastructure. Its development and deployment demonstrate Russia's continued investment in maintaining independent satellite communication capabilities for civilian use.

## Notable For
- Part of Russia's civilian satellite communications infrastructure
- Provides low Earth orbit communication capabilities
- Manufactured by JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev, a major Russian aerospace company
- Represents the modern evolution of the Gonets satellite family
- Serves as a communications satellite subclass within the broader artificial satellite category

## Body
### Technical Classification
Gonets-M satellites are classified as communications satellites, which are artificial satellites specifically designed for telecommunications purposes. They operate in low Earth orbit as part of Russia's civilian satellite communications system.

### Manufacturing and Development
The satellites are produced by JSC Information Satellite Systems Reshetnev, a prominent Russian aerospace manufacturer. This company specializes in the design and production of various satellite systems for both civilian and military applications.

### System Integration
As part of the Gonets family, Gonets-M satellites integrate into a broader network of Russian civilian communication satellites. The system represents an evolution of earlier Gonets satellite designs, incorporating modern technologies and capabilities.

### Operational Characteristics
Operating in low Earth orbit, these satellites provide communication services within a specific orbital regime. The low Earth orbit positioning allows for reduced signal delay and potentially better coverage for certain applications compared to geostationary satellites.

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