# Kosmos 95

> Soviet satellite launched in 1965.

**Wikidata**: [Q168077](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q168077)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosmos_95)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kosmos-95

## Summary  
Kosmos 95 was a Soviet ionospheric research satellite launched in 1965. It was part of the DS-U2-V class of satellites and was carried into orbit by a Kosmos-2I rocket. The mission contributed to the study of Earth's upper atmosphere.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: November 4, 1965, at 05:31:00 UTC.  
- **Launch Site**: Kapustin Yar, Soviet Union.  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I rocket.  
- **Satellite Model**: DS-U2-V, a class of Soviet ionospheric research satellites.  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office.  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1965-088A.  
- **Alternative Names**: Cosmos 95, DS-U2-V #2.  
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch from Kapustin Yar.  

## FAQs  
### Q: What was the purpose of Kosmos 95?  
A: Kosmos 95 was designed for ionospheric research, studying the upper layers of Earth's atmosphere to understand their effects on radio communications and other technologies.  

### Q: Who built Kosmos 95?  
A: The satellite was manufactured by the Pivdenne Design Office, a Soviet aerospace engineering firm.  

### Q: What rocket launched Kosmos 95?  
A: It was launched aboard a Kosmos-2I rocket, a Soviet carrier rocket used for orbital missions during the 1960s.  

## Why It Matters  
Kosmos 95 played a role in advancing the Soviet Union's understanding of the ionosphere, a critical region of the atmosphere that affects radio wave propagation and satellite communications. By studying this layer, scientists could improve communication systems and space weather forecasting. The mission also demonstrated the capabilities of the DS-U2-V satellite platform and the Kosmos-2I rocket, contributing to the broader Soviet space program during the Cold War era.  

## Notable For  
- **Ionospheric Research**: Part of a series of satellites dedicated to studying Earth's upper atmosphere.  
- **Soviet Space Program**: Contributed to the USSR's efforts in space exploration and technology during the 1960s.  
- **DS-U2-V Class**: One of the early satellites in this model series, paving the way for future missions.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: November 4, 1965.  
- **Time**: 05:31:00 UTC.  
- **Location**: Kapustin Yar, a key Soviet missile and space launch site.  

### Satellite Specifications  
- **Model**: DS-U2-V, a class of ionospheric research satellites.  
- **Manufacturer**: Pivdenne Design Office, a prominent Soviet aerospace developer.  

### Mission Context  
- **Purpose**: To conduct ionospheric research, aiding in the understanding of atmospheric effects on radio communications.  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Kosmos-2I, a Soviet rocket used for deploying small payloads into low Earth orbit.  

### Legacy  
- **Scientific Contribution**: Provided data on the ionosphere, supporting advancements in communication technology.  
- **Historical Significance**: Part of the Cold War-era space race, showcasing Soviet technological capabilities.

## References

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