Would this be possible in a Rocket Engine combustion chamber

In summary, the pressure-fed engine used in liquid fuel rocket engines requires the fuel pump to have a higher pressure than the combustion chamber in order for fuel to flow into the chamber. This can be achieved through various methods, such as using a turbopump. The F-1 rocket engines used in the Saturn V rockets had an impressive performance, with a chamber pressure of 1000 psi and a fuel flow rate of 10,000 gallons per minute.
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Lets say if i have a bell nozzle rocket engine such as this one : http://www.braeunig.us/space/pics/fig1-04.gif and inside the combustion chamber i have an average pressure of around 300 psi. If i wanted to feed in liquid fuel into it while the fuel pump is only able to supply 100 psi of fuel.

my question is would this be able to work? or will it not be able to send any fuel inside the rocket engine. Thanks
 
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The performance specs of the F-1 rocket engines used in the first stage of the Saturn V rockets which sent the Apollo spacecraft to the moon are pretty impressive:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocketdyne_F-1
 
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SteamKing said:
The performance specs of the F-1 rocket engines used in the first stage of the Saturn V rockets which sent the Apollo spacecraft to the moon are pretty impressive:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocketdyne_F-1
That is pretty impressive given the fact that chamber pressure was around 1000 psi
 

1. Can a rocket engine combustion chamber be made of any material?

No, rocket engine combustion chambers must be made of materials that can withstand extremely high temperatures and pressures, such as carbon-carbon composites or nickel-based superalloys.

2. What is the ideal shape for a rocket engine combustion chamber?

The ideal shape for a rocket engine combustion chamber is a converging-diverging nozzle, also known as a De Laval nozzle. This shape allows for efficient expansion of gases, maximizing thrust.

3. How does the shape and size of the combustion chamber affect rocket performance?

The shape and size of the combustion chamber directly impact the efficiency and thrust of a rocket engine. A larger chamber allows for more fuel to be burned, resulting in greater thrust, while a smaller chamber can increase the pressure and temperature of the combustion, leading to higher exhaust velocities.

4. Is it possible to control the combustion process in a rocket engine?

Yes, the combustion process in a rocket engine can be controlled by adjusting the mixture ratio of fuel and oxidizer, as well as the injection rate and position of the propellants. This control is crucial for optimizing engine performance and preventing catastrophic failures.

5. Can a rocket engine combustion chamber be reused?

In most cases, rocket engine combustion chambers are not reusable as they experience extreme temperatures and pressures during each use, leading to wear and tear. However, there are efforts to develop reusable rocket engines, such as SpaceX's Falcon 9, which has a reusable combustion chamber made of advanced alloys and thermal protection systems.

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