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Elektrostal

Elektrostal (Russian: Электросталь, pronounced [ɛˌlʲektrɐˈstalʲ]) is a city in Moscow Oblast, Russia, located 58 kilometers (36 mi) east of Moscow. Population: 155,196 (2010 census); 146,294 (2002 census); 152,463 (1989 Soviet census); 135,000 (1977); 123,000 (1970); 97,000 (1959); 43,000 (1939). It was previously known as Zatishye (until 1928).

The name Elektrostal is originated from the Russian words of Электро (Elektro), lit.'Electric' and Сталь (Stal), lit.'Steel'.

It was known as Zatishye (Затишье) until 1928.[citation needed]

In 1938, it was granted town status.[citation needed]

Within the framework of administrative divisions, it is incorporated as Elektrostal City Under Oblast Jurisdiction—an administrative unit with the status equal to that of the districts. As a municipal division, Elektrostal City Under Oblast Jurisdiction is incorporated as Elektrostal Urban Okrug.

Elektrostal is a center of metallurgy and heavy machinery manufacturing. Major companies include:

The 9th radio center in Elektrostal is home to a high power medium wave transmitter.

The first S-400 Triumf missile defense system was deployed at Elektrostal, becoming fully operational on 1 July 2007.

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