Duga-K [Yuzhnoye]
The Duga-K satellites were experimental radar calibration satellites based on the Taifun-1 design.
Reportedly it was an experimental system to perfect methods of of controlling the functioning of beyond-the-horizon radars. Only two satellites were launched.
Nation: | USSR / Russia |
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Type / Application: | Radar calibration |
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Contractors: | Yuzhnoye |
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Propulsion: | None |
Power: | Solar cells, batteries |
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Orbit: | 185 km × 2141 km, 65.83° (#1); 190 km × 2145 km, 65.83° (#2) |
Satellite | COSPAR | Date | LS | Launch Vehicle | Remarks | |
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Kosmos 2002 (Duga-K #1) | 1989-012A | 14.02.1989 | Pl LC-132/2 | Kosmos-3M | ||
Kosmos 2059 (Duga-K #2) | 1990-012A | 06.02.1990 | Pl LC-132/2 | Kosmos-3M |