The test evaluated communication and navigation equipment for hypersonic weapons, as well as advanced materials capable of withstanding high temperatures in “real-life hypersonic flight conditions”.
“These launches allow for frequent and regular flight tests to support the rapid development of hypersonic offensive and defense technologies. Data collected during the latest missile detection campaign will help improve both Navy and Army combat capabilities to ensure continuous domination of the battlefield “, – indicated in the United States Navy.
What is known about hypersonic weapons
Hypersonic weapons are launched at a speed of at least five times that of sound (about 300 meters per second).
It is considered a new generation of weapons that deprives the enemy of time to respond and renders traditional missile defense systems ineffective.
By the way, in July The United States successfully tests the hypersonic missile Lockheed Martin Corp.
