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technology1 hour ago

GE and Lockheed Hit Milestone with Liquid-Fueled Hypersonic Ramjet Demonstration

GE Aerospace and Lockheed Martin demonstrated a liquid-fueled rotating detonation ramjet in tests, showing potential for faster, farther missiles with lower production costs. The compact ramjet combines GE’s rotating detonation combustor with Lockheed Martin’s high-speed inlet, and tests at GE’s Niskayuna center validated ignition and cruise operation. The companies plan further maturation of the propulsion system in 2026.

via Lockheed Martin|
#ge-aerospace#hypersonic-missiles#lockheed-martin
world10 days ago

North Korea Conducts Hypersonic and Ballistic Missile Tests Amid Regional Tensions

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen hypersonic missile tests amid heightened tensions and recent geopolitical crises, emphasizing the need to strengthen the country's nuclear deterrent. The tests, which involved missiles hitting targets about 1,000 km away, are seen as a response to US actions in Venezuela and aim to demonstrate North Korea's military capabilities, potentially complicating US-South Korea missile defense systems.

via Al Jazeera|
#geopolitical-crisis#hypersonic-missiles#kim-jong-un
world6 months ago

Russia accelerates missile production amid global tensions and US threats

Russia is increasing production of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile, capable of reaching Europe and the US, with Putin claiming it is nearly impossible to intercept. The missile was first used against Ukraine, and Putin has proposed a missile duel with the US to demonstrate its superiority. Experts suggest the missile's practical impact may be limited, but it emphasizes the need for enhanced missile defenses.

via Business Insider|
#hypersonic-missiles#military#oreshnik-missiles
world7 months ago

Hypersonic Missiles Escalate Iran-Israel Tensions

Iran claims to have fired hypersonic missiles at Israel, but experts are skeptical about the authenticity of these claims and the capabilities of Iran's missile technology. Hypersonic missiles, which travel faster than Mach 5 and are highly maneuverable, pose a significant challenge to missile defense systems, but currently only the US and China have developed advanced hypersonic weapons. Russia has claimed to use hypersonic missiles in Ukraine, though experts debate their true capabilities. The development and deployment of hypersonic weapons continue to influence global military dynamics and security concerns.

via Yahoo|
#hypersonic-missiles#international-security#iran-israel-conflict
world-news1 year ago

US and Russian Military Leaders Discuss Hypersonic Missile Tests

Russia's top general, Valery Gerasimov, warned the U.S. about planned hypersonic missile tests in the eastern Mediterranean, advising U.S. Navy ships to avoid the area. The call with U.S. General CQ Brown also covered the Ukraine conflict and measures to prevent escalation. The missile tests involved Russian warships and submarines, with successful hits on designated targets, and were conducted in compliance with international law. This communication marks the first direct contact between the two generals since Brown assumed his role.

via ABC News|
#hypersonic-missiles#military-drills#russia
world-news1 year ago

Putin Escalates Rhetoric with New Threats Against Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened Ukraine with potential missile strikes on key government buildings in Kyiv, citing Ukraine's use of Western-supplied long-range missiles. He also criticized the U.S. and U.K. for their involvement in the conflict and warned against supplying Ukraine with nuclear weapons. Putin expressed confidence in President-elect Donald Trump to resolve tensions, while also voicing concerns about Trump's safety following assassination attempts.

via NPR|
#hypersonic-missiles#putin#russia
international-relations1 year ago

Putin's Hypersonic Oreshnik Missile: A New Threat to Ukraine and Beyond

Russia has escalated tensions with the West by deploying a hypersonic Oreshnik missile against a Ukrainian weapons facility, marking a significant increase in destructive capability. This move challenges NATO's military strategy, as the Oreshnik's range and power surpass Western munitions like ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles. The deployment underscores Russia's strategy of escalation dominance, potentially threatening NATO targets in Europe and complicating Western military support for Ukraine.

via Responsible Statecraft|
#escalation#hypersonic-missiles#international-relations
world-news1 year ago

Ukraine Reports Another Setback for Russia's Hypersonic Missiles

Ukraine claims to have intercepted nearly all of the hypersonic missiles Russia launched in a recent large-scale attack, challenging Moscow's portrayal of these weapons as unstoppable. Despite Ukraine's success, interception rates remain low, highlighting the difficulty in defending against such advanced munitions. The attack involved eight Kinzhal and one Zirkon missile, with Ukraine's air defenses reportedly shooting down seven Kinzhals and the Zirkon. Kyiv continues to seek more advanced air-defense systems from Western allies to bolster its defenses.

via Business Insider|
#air-defense#hypersonic-missiles#military-technology