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resistojet Definition

re·sisto·jet (ri zis′tə jet′)

noun

a jet engine that obtains its thrust from a propellant heated by a resistance device using electrical power

Etymology: < resistor + jet

resistojet Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

propulsion: International interest in SSTL's development of water resistojet propulsion systems for small satellites is growing.