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| − | An engine that uses a magnetic | + | An engine that uses a magnetic funnel to collect matter from the interstellar medium and compress it to fusionable pressures, then allow the exhaust to escape through a rocket nozzle, thus producing thrust. |
The Bussard ramjet works on a similar principle to traditional air-breathing ramjets used within the atmosphere. | The Bussard ramjet works on a similar principle to traditional air-breathing ramjets used within the atmosphere. | ||
| − | The Bussard Ramjet is the | + | The Bussard Ramjet is the chief cruising engine used by the [[Hawk]]-class escort fighter, with the [[Ion vacuum drive]] used for main acceleration and manuvers. |
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An engine that uses a magnetic funnel to collect matter from the interstellar medium and compress it to fusionable pressures, then allow the exhaust to escape through a rocket nozzle, thus producing thrust.
The Bussard ramjet works on a similar principle to traditional air-breathing ramjets used within the atmosphere.
The Bussard Ramjet is the chief cruising engine used by the Hawk-class escort fighter, with the Ion vacuum drive used for main acceleration and manuvers.
