# Kosmos 93

> Soviet armed forces technology development satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q46020](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q46020)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosmos_93)  
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Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Kosmos 93**:

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## Summary  
Kosmos 93 was a Soviet armed forces technology development satellite launched in 1965. It belonged to the DS-U2-V class of ionospheric research satellites and was carried into orbit by a Kosmos-2I rocket. The mission contributed to military and scientific research efforts during the Cold War.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: October 19, 1965 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1965-084A ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q206855))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I rocket ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: Kapustin Yar ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q328))  
- **Satellite Class**: DS-U2-V ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **SCN (Satellite Catalog Number)**: 01629 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q206855))  

## FAQs  
### Q: What was the purpose of Kosmos 93?  
A: Kosmos 93 was designed for armed forces technology development and ionospheric research as part of the Soviet Union's military and scientific programs.  

### Q: What rocket launched Kosmos 93?  
A: It was launched aboard a Kosmos-2I rocket from Kapustin Yar on October 19, 1965.  

### Q: Who built Kosmos 93?  
A: The satellite was manufactured by the Pivdenne Design Office, a key Soviet aerospace developer.  

## Why It Matters  
Kosmos 93 played a role in advancing Soviet military and scientific capabilities during the Cold War. As part of the DS-U2-V class, it contributed to ionospheric research, which was critical for understanding radio wave propagation—essential for communication and radar systems. Its launch also demonstrated the reliability of the Kosmos-2I rocket, which was widely used for deploying small payloads. The mission reflects the broader Soviet strategy of dual-use technology, where scientific research often supported military objectives.  

## Notable For  
- **Military-Scientific Dual Use**: Combined armed forces technology with ionospheric research.  
- **Kosmos-2I Rocket**: One of many satellites launched by this reliable Soviet carrier.  
- **Cold War Context**: Part of the USSR's efforts to maintain technological parity with the U.S.  

## Body  
### Launch and Mission  
- **Launch Time**: October 19, 1965, at 05:44 UTC ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: Kapustin Yar, a major Soviet missile and space test facility.  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Satellite Model**: DS-U2-V, a class specializing in ionospheric studies.  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office (formerly Yuzhnoye), a leading Soviet aerospace bureau.  

### Legacy  
- **Follow-up Missions**: Part of a series of DS-U2-V satellites used for similar research.  
- **Historical Significance**: Contributed to Cold War-era space and military technology development.  

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## References

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