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The RL10's injector.

The "dots" on the injector face are the oxidizer orifices. The hydrogen enters the combustion chamber through the face of the injector, which is made of a porous metal material called "Rigimesh".

 
RL10 Engine injector at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Time picture taken Sat Jul 15 13:30:53 2006
Location picture taken Space Hall
"Old" Museum
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Huntsville, AL
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