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Ramjet Engine.
Ramjet Engine - as a noun
A simple type of jet engine; must be launched at high speed
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"The ramjet engine is a type of air-breathing jet engine that uses the engine's forward motion to compress incoming air without an axial compressor or a centrifugal compressor."
"A ramjet engine is designed to operate at high speeds and is most efficient at supersonic speeds."
"The ramjet engine relies on the forward motion of the aircraft to compress the incoming air and ignite the fuel."
"One limitation of a ramjet engine is that it cannot produce thrust at low speeds or at standstill."
"The ramjet engine is commonly used in missiles and high-speed military aircraft."
