afterburner

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a device that injects fuel into a hot exhaust for extra thrust

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A maximum cruising speed of convert (Mach 2.29) was obtained with the afterburner. Source: Internet

An afterburner may be used to inject extra fuel into the hot exhaust, especially on military "fast jets". Source: Internet

Supercruise may or may not be featured; it permits flight at supersonic speeds without the use of the afterburner – a device that significantly increases IR signature when used in full military power. Source: Internet

At higher speeds, the engine largely ceased to provide thrust, the afterburner taking its place. Source: Internet

During unstarts afterburner extinctions were common. Source: Internet

In the second case a small increase in the maximum mechanical speed and turbine temperature were allowed, together with nitrous oxide injection into the afterburner and simultaneous increase in afterburner fuel flow. Source: Internet

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