China has successfully launched another small scientific experimental satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, China Radio International reported on Thursday.

Launched on a Long-March 2-C carrier rocket, the mini-satellite has entered into its scheduled orbit.

The launch aims to test some new satellite technologies and survey and monitor land, resources and the geographical environment on a trial basis.

In the past few years, China has successfully launched various types of mini-satellites, which benefits the economy and society through providing information for disaster forecasts, environmental monitoring and resource surveys.

(CRI November 19, 2004)