
Jet Engine
A jet engine is a device that propels an aircraft by sucking in air, compressing it, mixing it with fuel, and igniting the mixture. The explosion produces hot gases that rapidly expand and are expelled out the back, creating a forward thrust. This process relies on Newton’s third law: for every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. Jet engines are efficient at high speeds and altitudes, making them ideal for commercial and military aircraft. They operate efficiently by continuously converting fuel into energy, enabling airplanes to fly faster and farther than conventional propeller engines.