Synergic Curve

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Synergic Curve

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A curve plotted for the ascent of a rocket vehicle calculated to give the vehicle an optimum economy in fuel with an optimum velocity. </dd>
This curve, plotted to minimize air resistance, starts off vertically, but bends towards the horizontal between 20 and 60 miles altitude to minimize the thrust required for vertical ascent. [[/a>|/a>]] </dd>

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use