China has successfully launched satellite for scientific experiments

On August 23rd, China launched the Chuangxin-16 satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in southwest China’s Sichuan Province. The spacecraft entered its planned orbit successfully, Xinhua reports.

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It is reported that this Chinese satellite will mainly be used for scientific experiments, being also involved in testing new technologies.

The satellite was launched using a Kuaizhou-1A carrier rocket. The launch is the 16th mission by Kuaizhou-1A series rockets.