jet engine
noun
: an engine that produces motion as a result of the rearward discharge of a jet of fluid
specifically
: an airplane engine that uses atmospheric oxygen to burn fuel and produces a rearward discharge of heated air and exhaust gases see airplane illustration
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Downside: The jet engine simulation on the back of the vehicle does not actually throw flames.
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Chris Morris, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2024
Each will also include a digital dashboard, five-point racing harnesses, smokescreen delivery system, and jet engine simulation.
—Brett Berk, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
In human terms, a sound of this level can easily rival the roar of a jet engine taking off a mere 100 meters away from you.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
In parallel, hybrid propulsion systems are being developed, combining traditional jet engines with electric power to reduce emissions and noise.
—Greg Ombach, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
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Chris Morris, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2024
Each will also include a digital dashboard, five-point racing harnesses, smokescreen delivery system, and jet engine simulation.
—Brett Berk, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024
In human terms, a sound of this level can easily rival the roar of a jet engine taking off a mere 100 meters away from you.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
In parallel, hybrid propulsion systems are being developed, combining traditional jet engines with electric power to reduce emissions and noise.
—Greg Ombach, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
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“Jet engine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jet%20engine. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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