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Old 06-09-2013 | 11:26 PM
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Turbotronic
 
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Default RE: Jetex - the little rocket engine that uses Bat Guano for Fuel
I had one for my Graupner Fouga glider. It ended up on a chuckie. I remember a booklet describing the "augmenter tube" that could give 20% more thrust. Much like our tailpipes of today.
It basically formed an air pumping venturi to increase thrust. Never tried it though.
Andre
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