# Kosmos 135

> Soviet satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q51534](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q51534)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosmos_135)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kosmos-135

## Summary
Kosmos 135 was a Soviet research satellite launched in 1966 as part of the DS-U2-MP series. It was designed for geocentric orbit and operated until its decay in 1967. The satellite contributed to Soviet space research during the Cold War era.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: December 12, 1966 (20:38 UTC) from Kapustin Yar ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Mass**: 350 kilograms ([Reference](https://ru.wikipedia.org/?oldid=140167510))  
- **Orbital Period**: 93.5 minutes ([Reference](https://ru.wikipedia.org/?oldid=140167510))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1966-112A ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q206855))  
- **Decay Date**: April 12, 1967 ([Reference](https://ru.wikipedia.org/?oldid=140167510))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I rocket ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **Satellite Class**: DS-U2-MP ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Kosmos 135?  
A: Kosmos 135 was a Soviet research satellite designed for geocentric orbit, likely conducting scientific experiments during its operational lifespan.  

### Q: When did Kosmos 135 re-enter Earth's atmosphere?  
A: It decayed from orbit on April 12, 1967, after nearly four months in space.  

### Q: What rocket launched Kosmos 135?  
A: It was launched aboard a Kosmos-2I carrier rocket from Kapustin Yar.  

## Why It Matters  
Kosmos 135 was part of the Soviet Union's broader efforts in space exploration during the Cold War, contributing to advancements in satellite technology and orbital research. As a member of the DS-U2-MP series, it helped demonstrate the capabilities of Soviet-designed satellites for scientific missions. Its relatively short lifespan (December 1966 to April 1967) reflects the experimental nature of early space missions, providing data that informed later satellite deployments.  

## Notable For  
- One of the early DS-U2-MP series satellites, showcasing Soviet space engineering.  
- Achieved a stable geocentric orbit with a 93.5-minute period.  
- Contributed to the USSR's Cold War-era space research initiatives.  

## Body  
### Launch and Deployment  
- Launched on **December 12, 1966**, at **20:38 UTC** from **Kapustin Yar**.  
- Used a **Kosmos-2I** carrier rocket ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367)).  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Mass**: 350 kg ([Reference](https://ru.wikipedia.org/?oldid=140167510)).  
- **Orbit**: Geocentric, with a **93.5-minute orbital period**.  
- **Decay**: Re-entered Earth's atmosphere on **April 12, 1967**.  

### Classification and Design  
- **Model**: DS-U2-MP No.1 ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367)).  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office ([Reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328)).

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013