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fliguana t1_j34nl3v wrote on January 6, 2023 at 12:34 AM

Reply to comment by [deleted] in How do you optimize a rocket or space vehicle liftoff? by seriousnotshirley

Most engines are. Since liquid fuelrd rocket engines don't overheat, running them at less than top power would mean you are taking extra weight in orbit.