DARPA is playing both sides of the ball with both offensive and defensive hypersonics
HAWC and Glide Breaker are DARPA’s offensive and defensive hypersonic programs, respectively, and their program managers discuss what’s been done and what’s next.
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Air-breathing hypersonics: A new tactical capability to counter evolving threats
Because DARPA’s Hypersonic Air-breathing Weapon Concept doesn’t exit and re-enter the atmosphere like boost-glide hypersonics, it is less reliant on costly exotic materials for thermal management.
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Multi-channel data link reshapes Navy’s communications capabilities
The Network Tactical Common Data Link system enables secure comms and ISR for carrier strike groups and their air and naval assets.
As Air Force Signals Hypersonic Doubts, Key Senators Want To Go Faster
"I'm not satisfied with the pace," Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said. "We're making some progress on the technology; I would like to see it be better."
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Hypersonics: Developing And Defending Against Missiles Far Faster Than Sound
Raytheon Technologies is using our broad capabilities to create breakthrough advantages.