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

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 …

5 days ago · New turbulence research supports a long-standing theory and brings the science of hypersonic flight a step closer to reality.

3 days ago · Hypersonic flight could one day make long-haul travel as quick as a short movie. Researchers are testing how turbulence behaves at extreme speeds, a critical hurdle for …

Hypersonic flight involves traveling at speeds greater than Mach 5, revolutionizing air travel and defense with rapid, high-altitude capabilities.

Oct 9, 2025 · Hypersonic strike systems enable delivery of timely, survivable, lethal effects from outside of an adversary’s defensive perimeter in a timescale of relevance and are essential to …

Feb 10, 2025 · Unlike conventional ballistic or cruise missiles, hypersonic missiles travel at speeds exceeding Mach 5—more than five times the speed of sound. Their unpredictable …

6 days ago · A laser-powered experiment reveals turbulence secrets that could make hypersonic flight — and one-hour global travel — a reality.

Hypersonics, defined as speeds exceeding Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound), represent one of the most significant advancements in modern military and aerospace technology.

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.