Initially, the missile is launched into space on an arching trajectory, where the warheads are released and fall towards the atmosphere at hypersonic speeds. This type of hypersonic missile utilises re-entry vehicles. It is non-ballistic - the opposite of traditional Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) which utilises gravitational forces to reach its target. This type of missile reaches its target with the help of a high-speed jet engine that allows it to travel at extreme speeds, in excess of Mach-5. Hypersonic missiles come in two variants: Navy and Royal Navy’s go-to long range missile-system – is subsonic, travelling around 550 mph and travelling a maximum distance around 1500 miles. In comparison, the US Tomahawk cruise missile – the U.S. RELATED: Lockheed Martin hints at hypersonic aircraft and 6th-gen capabilities Some missiles, such as Russia’s Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile, are allegedly capable of reaching Mach 10 speeds (7672 mph) and distances up to 1200 miles. What is a Hypersonic Missile?Ī hypersonic missile travels at speeds of Mach 5 and higher - five times faster than the speed of sound (3836 mph), which is around 1 mile per second. Attend Defence iQ's Hypersonic Weapon Systems global online conference this Juneĭefence iQ contributor and speaker at our upcoming Hypersonic Weapons Sytems online conference Dr James Bosbotinis, a UK-based specialist in defence and international affairs, has provided some technical and political insights into hypersonics, and the implications for future defence alliances.Recent reports of successful hypersonic missile tests demonstrate that these capabilities will be fielded much sooner than we thought, forcing a global re-assessment of traditional deterrence models. Now, a global hypersonic arms race is underway, challenging geopolitical order and undermining existing strategic air and missile defence systems.
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After a long hiatus, hypersonic missile research and development is back in full swing.
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