Measuring Pressure in Hot Rocket Engines

Measurement Technology Measuring Pressure in Hot Rocket Engines

2025-08-27 A guest post by Kistler Group | Translated by AI 6 min Reading Time

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In Switzerland, two student organizations are developing and building a new generation of highly efficient rockets—using sensitive measurement technology based on piezoelectric sensors from Kistler.

The high-frequency data acquisition by piezoelectric sensors enables EPFL to gain a deep understanding of propulsion dynamics.(Image: Kistler Group) — The high-frequency data acquisition by piezoelectric sensors enables EPFL to gain a deep understanding of propulsion dynamics.
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Every successful space program is the result of lengthy development phases and countless tests. Today, engineers have a significant advantage over the pioneers of space technology: modern testing equipment allows them to precisely analyze physical correlations and thus develop increasingly efficient and functional spacecraft and aircraft.

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