Modern rockets, which use a liquid or solid fuel, didn't come into being until a scientist named Dr. Robert H. Goddard developed and launched the first liquid-fueled rocket on March 16, 1926.

The rocket stands 40 meters (131 feet) tall and it should be capable of lifting 13,000 kg (28,660 pounds) of cargo to low-Earth orbit, or 1,500 kg (3,300 pounds) of materials as far out as Mars.

The engine test takes place in Guangzhou, Guangdong province. [Photo provided to China Daily] A major ground test key to the research and development of CAS Space's new carrier rocket model ...