scramjet

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Computational fluid dynamics of a scramjet, the X-43. Aircraft's shape is typical for scramjets.

Etymology

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Short for supersonic combustion ramjet.

Noun

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scramjet (plural scramjets)

  1. (aeronautics) A jet engine capable of propelling an aircraft at hypersonic speeds, in which combustion of the fuel/air mixture occurs at supersonic speeds.
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