Hypersonics

Opinion

Drag race: hypersonic threats are slow enough for US missile defenses

Contrary to common claims, hypersonic weapons are no wonder weapons for cracking air-defense shields, argue analysts David Wright and Cameron Tracy.

US, Australia eye joint hypersonics experiments in 2024

The countries have been deepening their partnership on hypersonics, according to Heidi Shyu, the Pentagon's chief technology officer.

Defense officials put technology at center of AUKUS summit

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with his Australian and British counterparts in California to discuss the security pact

Rocket Lab to open spacecraft parts manufacturing facility in Maryland

The 113,000 square foot complex — a former Lockheed Martin launch facility in Middle River — will help the company establish a long-term supply line.

Hermeus’ Quarterhorse to test hypersonics for Defense Innovation Unit

The contract is part of DIU's Hypersonic and High-Cadence Airborne Testing Capabilities program, created to increase flight testing opportunities.

Russia, North Korea expanding military partnership, White House says

Russia and North Korea are building a military partnership amid heavy U.S. sanctions and support for Ukraine, according to the National Security Council.

Congressional commission calls for more nuclear arsenal expansion

The U.S. should expand its capabilities beyond current modernization plans despite industrial constraints, it said in a report.

US Army seeks to drive down costs within hypersonic missile industry

The Army wants hypersonic missiles to become more affordable through industry efforts as it grows the industrial base.

Rocket Lab sees rapid demand for its HASTE hypersonic test vehicle

The Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron vehicle is a modified version of Rocket Lab’s Electron and is designed to support high-speed testing.

Russia tested nuclear-powered missile with global range, Putin says

Little is known about the Burevestnik, code-named Skyfall by NATO, and many Western experts have been skeptical about it.