MS (satellite)


MS was a series of four Soviet satellites launched in 1962. Two different types of satellite, 1MS and 2MS were used, with two satellites of each type being launched. Three of the satellites were operated successfully, however one of the 1MS satellites was lost in a launch failure. The three that reached orbit received Kosmos designations.
MS satellites were developed by OKB-1, and used for technology demonstration and development. They also carried payloads to investigate radiation and cosmic rays.

Launch history

NameTypeS/NLaunchDecayRemarks
Kosmos 21MS#16 April 1962 17:1520 August 1963
Kosmos 32MS#124 April 1962 04:0017 October 1962
Kosmos 52MS#228 May 1962 03:002 May 1963
N/A1MS#225 October 196225 October 1962Failed to orbit