Hypersonic jets and engines: impact on air combat
Technical analysis of hypersonic aircraft, advanced engines and strategic consequences for air combat and tomorrow’s fighter aircraft. Hypersonic technologies are changing the balance in military […]
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Why armies need to invest in hypersonic weapons
Hypersonic weapons are revolutionising conventional warfare. Discover their strategic and military impact through a detailed technical analysis. Hypersonic weapons are missiles capable of flying at […]
Hypersonic aircraft technology
Hypersonic aircrafts are capable of flying at speeds in excess of Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound). Their development poses major technical and […]
The 3D printing revolution in defense
The growth of additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is emerging as a “game changer” for the military sector, offering innovative opportunities, particularly in the development […]
Boeing to test DARPA’s future “Glide Breaker” hypersonic interceptor
DARPA has chosen Boeing to develop and test a prototype of its future “Glide Breaker” hypersonic interceptor. This technology is designed to counter the emerging […]
Understanding Mach Speed
The Mach concept is fundamental to aeronautics, and plays an essential role in measuring aircraft speed. It quantifies the relative speed of an aircraft in […]