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What is the difference with hydrogen used in Ariane 5 rockets ?

April 26, 2017Ariane difference Hydrogen rockets Used

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What is the difference with hydrogen used in Ariane 5 rockets ?

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In the Ariane 5, there was a mix of propellants (ergols) used, among which is hydrogen. But it is used in its liquid form and combined with other oxidants to burn and generate energy. In the NH²™ , power is obtained through a fuel cell, without combustion, making it a complete different process.