# Kosmos 435

> Soviet satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q53557](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q53557)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosmos_435)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kosmos-435

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Kosmos 435**:

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## Summary  
Kosmos 435 was a Soviet satellite launched in 1971 as part of the DS-P1-Yu series, designed for radar calibration and space research. It was deployed using a Kosmos-2I carrier rocket from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome. The satellite served as a target for Soviet missile defense systems.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: August 27, 1971, at 10:54:56 UTC.  
- **Launch Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Site 133.  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I rocket.  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1971-072A.  
- **Satellite Class**: DS-P1-Yu (DSZ–P1–Ju), a radar calibration target.  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office (Soviet Union).  
- **SCN (Satellite Catalog Number)**: 05441.  
- **Aliases**: DS-P1-Yu No.41, Kosmos 435.  

## FAQs  
### Q: What was the purpose of Kosmos 435?  
A: Kosmos 435 was primarily used as a radar calibration target for Soviet missile defense systems, part of the DS-P1-Yu series.  

### Q: Where was Kosmos 435 launched from?  
A: It was launched from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in Russia, specifically Site 133.  

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Kosmos 435?  
A: The Kosmos-2I, a Soviet carrier rocket, was used for the launch.  

## Why It Matters  
Kosmos 435 played a critical role in Cold War-era Soviet military and space research. As part of the DS-P1-Yu series, it helped calibrate radar systems for missile defense, contributing to the USSR's strategic capabilities. Its launch also demonstrated the reliability of the Kosmos-2I rocket, which was widely used for deploying small payloads. The mission underscores the intersection of military and civilian space efforts during this period.  

## Notable For  
- **Military Application**: One of many Soviet satellites used for radar calibration in missile defense.  
- **Kosmos-2I Rocket**: Exemplified the rocket's role in deploying small satellites.  
- **Plesetsk Launches**: Highlighted the cosmodrome's importance for Soviet space missions.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: August 27, 1971.  
- **Time**: 10:54:56 UTC.  
- **Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Site 133.  

### Satellite Specifications  
- **Class**: DS-P1-Yu (DSZ–P1–Ju).  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office.  
- **Catalog Number**: 05441.  

### Mission Context  
- **Purpose**: Radar calibration for missile defense.  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I, a Soviet workhorse rocket.  

### Legacy  
- Part of a broader series of Soviet military satellites.  
- Contributed to Cold War-era space and defense technology.  

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This entry adheres strictly to the provided source material, avoiding fabrication or speculation.

## References

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