US and Japan sign agreement to co-develop hypersonic interceptor
DefenseNews.com reports: The Japanese government has flagged hypersonic missile defense as an urgent capability, citing recent developments in the region.
DefenseNews.com reports: The Japanese government has flagged hypersonic missile defense as an urgent capability, citing recent developments in the region.
A significant breakthrough as a winged smart bomb is propelled into the stratosphere, achieving hypersonic speeds over Mach 5, though challenged by rotational deviations.
In a significant advancement, the Chinese Air Force has successfully launched a new hypersonic missile from its H-6K Bomber, marking a pivotal moment in modern warfare technology.
The UK is bolstering its defense capabilities by spearheading a £1 billion hypersonic missile development initiative, incorporating 90 entities from both industry and academia.
The United States and Japan have formalized an agreement to co-develop the Glide Phase Interceptor, a cutting-edge defense system targeting hypersonic missiles, with an estimated budget exceeding $3 billion and a development timeline extending to the 2030s.
Hermeus's latest achievement includes conducting full-scale tests of a pre-cooler for its supersonic demonstrator at Edwards AFB, marking a significant step forward.
A significant breakthrough as a winged smart bomb is propelled into the stratosphere, achieving hypersonic speeds over Mach 5, though challenged by rotational deviations.
In a significant advancement, the Chinese Air Force has successfully launched a new hypersonic missile from its H-6K Bomber, marking a pivotal moment in modern warfare technology.
The UK is bolstering its defense capabilities by spearheading a £1 billion hypersonic missile development initiative, incorporating 90 entities from both industry and academia.
The Glide Phase Interceptor project, aimed at neutralizing hypersonic threats, marks a significant step in bilateral missile defense cooperation.
Seoul's engagement in AUKUS discussions underscores a strategic pivot towards deeper military collaboration with the US, leveraging its advanced hypersonic technology knowledge.
The Space Development Agency awarded a significant contract to Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing entity, to develop eight cutting-edge satellites under the 'FOO Fighter' program for enhanced missile tracking and fire control capabilities.
The introduction of China’s hypersonic rocket drone presents a strategic challenge to US Navy carriers, especially in the context of defending Taiwan.
In an effort to match the capabilities of China, Russia, and the US, UK military leadership has committed to accelerating the deployment of a domestically developed hypersonic missile within the decade.
In a push towards advancing rapid response capabilities, DARPA and the Air Force are examining long-term strategies for deploying a Next-Generation Responsive Strike prototype with hypersonic speeds within the next decade.
In recent observations, a Chinese H-6 Bomber was seen equipped with what may be the WZ-8 supersonic or MD-22 hypersonic reconnaissance drone, marking a notable advancement in aerial reconnaissance capabilities.
In a disputed incident, Ukraine asserts it successfully shot down a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber, while Russia attributes the crash to technical failure during a combat mission.
In a strategic move to bolster its air defense capabilities, Australia plans to upgrade its Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers with hypersonic weapons, ensuring operational readiness alongside its F-35As until 2040.
A notable Russian hypersonic technology scientist was sentenced to seven years in a high-security facility on charges of divulging state secrets.
Godspeed Capital teams with Special Aerospace Services to establish a new platform focusing on space, hypersonics, and missile defense technology solutions.
Israel's defense forces successfully activated their multi-layered defense mechanisms, including the Iron Dome and Arrow system, to intercept and neutralize a significant number of Iranian missiles and drones.
Lockheed Martin to upgrade the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) system under a new $4.1 billion contract with the Missile Defense Agency, facilitating global data interoperability and connection to space sensors.
In an ambitious push into the hypersonic sector, Australian startup Hypersonix announces plans to launch test vehicles by the end of 2024, aiming at advancing aerospace capabilities.
The collaboration between Lockheed Martin and CoAspire introduced the Mako Multi-Mission Hypersonic Missile, spotlighting its capabilities.
Sierra Space's Ghost, a deployable decelerator for pre-staged payload protection during re-entry, has commenced initial drop tests, aiming for activation within 90 minutes of call-up.
The upcoming summit between Japan and the U.S. will cover strategic discussions on establishing a spaceport in Japan for American rocket launches and addressing the challenge of AI-generated disinformation.
In a notable advancement, North Korea successfully conducted its inaugural test of the Hwaseong-16Na, a new solid-fuel intermediate-range hypersonic missile, on April 2.
In its quest to expedite hypersonic flight testing, the Naval Surface Warfare Center has opened a competitive bid for innovative solutions.
In a significant development, Russia's hypersonic 'Zircon' missile has been deployed in combat, showcasing advanced military technology capabilities.
North Korea's recent missile tests, including a manoeuvrable hypersonic warhead and a medium-range ballistic missile, signal a sophisticated advancement threatening U.S. bases.
Efficient propellant management advancements are propelling Stratolaunch closer to achieving Mach 6 speeds, as the TA-2 gears up for a crucial autonomous landing trial.
In a landmark achievement, the additively manufactured Hadley engine powered by Ursa Major reached near-hypersonic speeds, achieving Mach 5 on its first-ever flight.
Stratolaunch has successfully completed its second 'captive carry' test flight of a potential reusable hypersonic vehicle, designed to enhance the U.S. Pentagon's arsenal with advanced hypersonic capabilities.