Iran sends second rocket into space

Iran has successfully launched a second domestically-built rocket into space in line with its efforts to advance its space program.

The Kavoshgar 2 (Explorer 2) rocket was launched on Wednesday.

Having performed its functions, it parachuted back to earth some 40 minutes later, according to Iranian state television.

The rocket consisted of a carrier, space-lab and restoration system.

Kavoshgar 1 had been blasted into space earlier in February, making Iran the 11th country to have acquired space-related technology. Link