In aerodynamics, hypersonic speed refers to speeds much faster than the speed of sound, usually more than approximately Mach 5. [1][2]

Apr 3, 2025 · The Hypersonic Technology (HT) Project organizes its work into distinct research topic areas. HT explores four key topics in hypersonics: system-level design, analysis, and …

Feb 10, 2025 · Unlike conventional ballistic or cruise missiles, hypersonic missiles travel at speeds exceeding Mach 5—more than five times the speed of sound. Their unpredictable …

1 day ago · Hypersonic weapons are in the spotlight. Here’s how they work, why they matter, and what current programs in Russia, China, India, and the US reveal about the technology and its …

Nov 24, 2025 · With just days to go before gates open, Hypersonic Festival has officially dropped its full set times for its highly anticipated debut. Set to electrify Sydney Showground on 29th …

Hypersonic glide vehicles are typically launched with a ballistic first stage, then deploys wings and switch to hypersonic flight upon re-entering the atmosphere, allowing the final stage to evade …

Jun 21, 2024 · Vehicles that travel at hypersonic speeds fly faster than five times the speed of sound. NASA studies the fundamental science of hypersonics to understand it better and …

The term "hypersonic" is now typically used just to refer to two types of weapons that are being developed through contemporary defense programs: hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) and …

We are developing game-changing hypersonic solutions to ensure our customers are always ready for what’s ahead. Traveling at Mach 5 (or a mile a second) and above is the new …

Jul 22, 2025 · The United States has actively pursued hypersonic weapons — maneuvering systems that can travel at speeds of Mach 5 and greater — since the early 2000s.