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Tag: advanced propulsion systems

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Sleek, futuristic unmanned vehicle with slender body and wingspan on a neutral surface.

MBDA Unveils Crossbow Deep Strike Weapon

MBDA is gearing up to revolutionize the battlefield with its game-changing Crossbow Deep Strike Weapon, set to be produced at scale by 2026. This cutting-edge, expendable missile boasts an impressive range of over 800 km and a payload of around 300 kg.

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Ramjet-X test vehicle air-launched from Quarterhorse drone in bright daylight.

Hermeus Unveils Ramjet-X for High-Speed Flight Testing

Meet Ramjet-X, a game-changing, low-cost test vehicle that's about to revolutionize high-speed flight testing by making it more affordable, frequent, and daring. Air-launched from the Quarterhorse drone, Ramjet-X is poised to get the US back in the high-speed flight game.

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Dimly lit workshop with machinery, tools, and missile components surrounded by technical drawings.

Ukraine's Intel Exposes Zircon Missile's Complex Production Chain

Ukrainian intelligence has uncovered a massive network of 70 enterprises and 84 individuals working together to produce Russia's advanced 3M22 Zircon missile, revealing a complex production chain that's raising new questions about technical and policy implications. The detailed breakdown, courtesy of the Main Directorate of Intelligence, names specific companies and components, shining a light on the intricate web of suppliers behind this cutting-edge weapon.

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A sleek, notional missile on display against a neutral background at a defense symposium.

US Army Pursues Lower-Cost Strike Missile With 1,000-Kilometer Range

The US Army is on a mission to develop a game-changing, lower-cost strike missile that can travel up to 1,000 kilometers, and their Affordable High Speed Strike (AHSS) program is already exploring two innovative design concepts. This new missile promises to be a total game-changer, offering unprecedented speed and range at a fraction of the cost.

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Technicians observe a 3D printer creating a hypersonic engine component in a clean-room setting.

Ursa Major Accelerates 3D-Printed Hypersonic Engine Production

Ursa Major is revolutionizing hypersonic engine production with its cutting-edge 3D printing technology, enabling the rapid creation of high-performance engines like the Havoc hypersonic missile. This game-changing approach allows for low-cost, high-effect solutions that are nearly impossible for adversaries to track.

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Futuristic drone with hybrid-electric propulsion in flight against a clear sky.

DARPA's XRQ-73 Drone Takes Flight with Hybrid-Electric Propulsion

The XRQ-73 drone has successfully taken flight, marking a major milestone in DARPA's hybrid-electric propulsion program, with more test flights planned to further mature the innovative technology. This achievement is a significant step forward, overcoming complex technical challenges and paving the way for future advancements.

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