👉 A rocket fluid, also known as propellant, is a critical component of rocket engines that enables the propulsion necessary for space travel. It consists of two main types: liquid and solid. Liquid rocket fluids are typically composed of a combination of liquid oxygen (LOX) and liquid hydrogen (LH2), or other cryogenic fuels like kerosene and liquid oxygen, which offer high energy density and efficiency. Solid rocket fluids, on the other hand, are a mixture of a fuel and an oxidizer that are solid at room temperature but ignite when exposed to a spark or high heat. Both types of rocket fluids are carefully formulated to provide the necessary thrust, specific impulse, and stability for the rocket to achieve and maintain orbit or reach space. The choice between liquid and solid propellants depends on the mission requirements, with liquid fuels generally offering more control and reusability.
