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Record 1 2007-02-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Missiles and Rockets
  • Spacecraft
  • Launchers (Astronautics)
OBS

The jet speed, or exhaust velocity is the most important single factor affecting the performance of a rocket, and every effort is made to maximize it by using the most energetic fuels and the most efficient engines.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Missiles et roquettes
  • Engins spatiaux
  • Lanceurs (Astronautique)
OBS

Un réacteur atomique brûlant un combustible [...] enrichi [et chauffant] de l'hydrogène liquide permet [...]) une économie pour la même poussée. On y trouve l'avantage d'une vitesse d'éjection énorme, donc une consommation réduite.

Spanish

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