Análise comparativa de ciclos de motores foguete a propelente líquido

Abstract

Rocket engines are complex machines that defy all limits of modern engineering and human capacity, and with the growing curiosity and need for exploration of our species, it is necessary to understand the engineering mechanisms that make it possible for the objectives and goals of space exploration to be achieved. The main objective of this article is to carry out a comparative study of the main combustion cycles applied in the aerospace industry, highlighting real engines in use. Thus, the different cycles and their particularities are presented in topics, followed by tables where they are compared in different numbers linked to their performances and characteristics. It is noted that, despite their differences in complexity and performance, they are applicable and highly used in the industry in different applications, and there is no single best cycle or engine.