rocket engine

A type of engine that produces thrust by expelling exhaust gases at high speed, typically used to propel spacecraft, missiles, or high-speed aircraft. It operates on the principle of action and reaction, carrying its own oxidizer to burn fuel in space or the atmosphere.

• 🇫🇷Type de moteur qui produit une poussée en éjectant des gaz d'échappement à grande vitesse, généralement utilisé pour propulser des engins spatiaux, des fusées ou des avions à grande vitesse. Il fonctionne selon le principe d'action et de réaction, emportant son propre comburant pour brûler le carburant dans l'espace ou l'atmosphère.

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   An engine that produces thrust by expelling high-speed exhaust gases, typically used for spacecraft and missiles.

   • The rocket engine ignited with a powerful roar.
   • Engineers are developing a new type of rocket engine for deep space missions.
   • The rocket engine's thrust lifted the spacecraft off the launch pad.

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