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

Dec 3, 2025 · The company's new Hypersonics System Integration Lab accelerates U.S. hypersonic weapons development, aimed at countering global threats.

Aug 28, 2021 · We're advancing the science of hypersonic flight through research and educational partnerships with industry, government, and academia. The University of Arizona is a global leader in …

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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 validation; …

5 days ago · The Navy is seeking to boost prototype efforts for hypersonic all-up-rounds of varying sizes and launch capabilities, according to a request for solutions released today. The Multi-Service …

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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.

Dec 5, 2025 · 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 limits.