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The Challenges of Rocket Design and Fuel Efficiency

This chapter explores the complexities of rocket design, focusing on fuel storage and efficiency challenges. It compares fictional rocket technologies with real-world dynamics, introducing the concept of specific impulse and discussing advancements in propulsion to enhance rocket efficiency.

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