Apr 15, 2024 · 5 Specific impulse (Isp), is one of the two most important parameters used to characterise a rocket engine. The other being thrust (T). For example, the RS-25 Space …

Oct 26, 2020 · Which theoretical propulsion system has the highest specific impulse? Ask Question Asked 5 years, 2 months ago Modified 5 years, 1 month ago

Aug 9, 2022 · From a purely specific impulse standpoint, pentaborane is perhaps one of the most potent rocket fuels, providing excellent specific impulse (about 340/365 seconds in atm/vac, …

How do I get Specific impulse in (s)? First let's look at the units. Always look at the units first. Specific impulse 2314 N·s/kg A Newton has units of kg m / s^2, so that is kg m s / s^2 kg …

The specific impulse is the change in momentum an engine can produce with one "unit" of propellant. (What a "unit of propellant" is in this regard is still unclear to me). Momentum is the …

Jul 11, 2016 · With ISp defined as $ {v_e}\over {g_0}$, the naive approach would tell me, the maximum possible specific impulse, with propellant moving at speed of light relative to the …

Dec 5, 2020 · I find it interesting that you are "comfortable with specific impulse in seconds". I've always considered it a historical relic, an arbitrary conversion factor thrown in to simplify hand …

Oct 8, 2020 · 1: Regarding engine specifications, what's the difference between using their thrust to weight ratio or specific impulse as measurement of how effectively the engine achieve …

Feb 22, 2020 · What is the theoretical max specific impulse of rotating detonation engines in space flight? Ask Question Asked 5 years, 10 months ago Modified 1 year, 4 months ago

Mar 26, 2017 · Why is it important? How does it related to other key metrics for propulsion systems (like thrust, specific impulse, etc.)? Also, what are examples of total impulse for …