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Iran successfully launches the Fajr satellite into orbit using a Safir-B1 rocket. Iranian engineers establish contact with the experimental satellite shortly after the launch, marking Iran's first successful orbital launch in three years. Weighing approximately 50 kilograms, the Fajr satellite carries a cold gas propulsion system, representing an advancement in Iranian satellite technology. While the specific purpose of the satellite is not disclosed, its successful placement in orbit marks a significant achievement for Iran's space program.
Saturday, 31 January, 2015