Astronautical Engineering Terms

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noun Aerospikes refers to a type of rocket engine design that uses a series of thin spikes to shape the exhaust plume for efficient propulsion.

  • The rocket engine used aerospikes to improve efficiency during the ascent phase.
  • The rocket had these cool aerospikes that helped it go faster.
  • Those aerospikes on the rocket were lit!
  • Her words were like aerospikes, cutting through the tension in the room.