The technical challenges of hypersonic speed
Hypersonic technologies require advances in materials and aerodynamics to cope with extreme thermal and mechanical constraints. Hypersonic speed, in excess of Mach 5 (approximately 6,174 […]
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Erinyes of Kratos reaches hypersonic speeds on its maiden flight
Erinyes of Kratos achieves hypersonic speeds on its maiden flight, providing a high-speed test platform for the Missile Defense Agency. The Kratos Erinyes hypersonic vehicle […]
Development of a Hypersonic Interceptor by the USA and Japan
The United States and Japan sign an agreement to co-develop an interceptor capable of neutralizing hypersonic threats in the glide phase of flight. In brief […]
Hermeus prepares the first flight of the Quarterhorse hypersonic aircraft
Hermeus is gearing up for the first test flight of the Quarterhorse aircraft this summer, aiming to demonstrate autonomous, reusable hypersonic capabilities by 2026. Hermeus, […]
Advancing technologies for hypersonic flight
Technologies to harden electronic components for hypersonic flight are ready, promising a revolution in aeronautics. Technological advances in hypersonic flight, defined as the ability to […]
The SR-72 DarkStar: the future of manned hypersonic flight?
Lockheed’s SR-72 DarkStar raises questions about the possibility of manned hypersonic flight, traveling at more than 6 times the speed of sound. SR-72 DarkStar and […]