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12 October 2023

Published by admin at 12 October 2023

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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 scientific challenges due to the extreme conditions encountered at these speeds. I. Introduction Definition of hypersonics: Hypersonics refers to a flight regime in which an object travels […]

29 September 2023

Published by admin at 29 September 2023

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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 of hypersonic weapons. Keith DeVries, Deputy Director of the Manufacturing Technology Program at the Office of the Secretary of Defense, highlighted the advances in additive manufacturing and […]

14 September 2023

Published by admin at 14 September 2023

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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 threats posed by hypersonic weapons, characterized by their high speed and maneuverability. The four-year agreement between Boeing and DARPA includes wind tunnel tests, simulations and flight tests […]

12 July 2023

Published by admin at 12 July 2023

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Aviation

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 relation to the speed of sound in the medium through which it travels. Knowledge of Mach speed is crucial to aircraft design, performance and safety. Aircraft speed […]