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Oberth Effect

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Maneuver in which a spacecraft falls into a gravitational well, and then accelerates when its fall reaches maximum speed.

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Statements about Oberth Effect

Named After

Hermann Oberth

Subclass Of

Space Maneuver
Including
:
Propulsion

Different From

Gravity Assist
Criterion Used
:
Propulsion
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