In a rocket, the kinetic energy imparted to the consumed
Chapter 14, Problem 14.104(choose chapter or problem)
In a rocket, the kinetic energy imparted to the consumed and ejected fuel is wasted as far as propelling the rocket is concerned. The useful power is equal to the product of the force available to propel the rocket and the speed of the rocket. If v is the speed of the rocket and u is the relative speed of the expelled fuel, show that the mechanical efficiency of the rocket is \(\mathrm{h}=2 u v /\left(u^{2}+v^{2}\right)\). Explain why h = 1 when u = v.
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