The Oberth phenomenon is related but different I think
Yes, I think that if you (in addition to the speed thing) also take into account the potential energy of the exhaust, that accounts for the full Oberth effect.
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Yes, I think that if you (in addition to the speed thing) also take into account the potential energy of the exhaust, that accounts for the full Oberth effect.