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fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

UK facility to make exotic materials for hypersonic missiles

CMCs are a composite material, one in which the fibers are ceramic or carbon, embedded in a ceramic matrix. They are created to overcome the brittleness of traditional ceramics, while providing high-temperature resistance, light weight, and high strength. According to DSTL, they are capable of withstanding temperatures exceeding 1,000°C (1,832°F), and unlike metals, they hold their strength and shape under extreme heat and stress.
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fromArs Technica
8 months ago

Investors appear to like a company with big space manufacturing ambitions

Varda positions its W-series for military and research applications, promoting autonomy in space experiments while maintaining a supportive approach to human spaceflight.
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fromTheregister
9 months ago

China successfully tests hypersonic aircraft

China's Feitian-2 hypersonic craft achieved Mach 12 and successfully switched propulsion systems during its test flight.
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fromThe US Sun
10 months ago

Watch moment hypersonic jet 'Quarterhorse' makes first flight

Hypersonic jet Quarterhorse MK 1's maiden flight marks a significant step towards ultra-fast transatlantic travel, potentially reducing flight time to 90 minutes.
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