Tech: Rocket Engine

Rocket Engine
Prerequisites: None (Default)
Research Cost: None (Default)
Description
A rocket engine, or simply "rocket", is a engine that uses only stored propellant mass for forming its high speed propulsive thrust. Rocket engines are reaction engines and obtain thrust in accordance with Newton's third law. Since they need no external material to form their thrust, rocket engines can be used for spacecraft propulsion as well as terrestrial uses, such as missiles. Most rocket engines are internal combustion engines, although non-combusting forms also exist.
A Rocket Engine is the earliest form of spacecraft propulsion, usually used when a society begins the early stages of space flight. It is relatively simple, and could be constructed from easily available materials. Rocket engines can also be used in a wide range of other applications, from fireworks to weapons. 
Game Notes
Allows Rocket Engine Starship Component to be added to Starship designs.
Category:Technology
Category:Propulsion Technology
Category:Sub-Light Propulsion Technology
Category:Default Technology