Pulse Detonation Engine
Propulsion using controlled detonation waves instead of conventional combustion for higher efficiency
Pulse detonation engines use detonation instead of deflagration for propulsion, potentially increasing efficiency. Research and development; one prototype flown in 2008. Applications: higher-efficiency propulsion. Challenges include cycle frequency, materials, and control.
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Hardware
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