Hypersonic Technologies (Defense) - Thematic Research

Hypersonic Technologies (Defense) - Thematic Research

Summary

Hypersonic technology has a long history, stretching back more than half a century. Comparable to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the perceived potential of the technology has waxed and waned over the years but increasing multi-polarity (and certainly the war in Ukraine) have driven intense investment by countries such as Russia, China, and the US. Hypersonic refers to aerial objects-including aircraft, missiles, rockets, and spacecraft-that can reach speeds through the atmosphere greater than Mach 5, which is near 4,000 miles per hour (6437Km/h). The Mach number indicates how many times the speed of sound an object is traveling. As objects travel faster, technical challenges such as atmospheric heating increase exponentially, a paradigm that has historically limited designers.

This report provides an overview of the hypersonic technologies theme, outlining advances in technology and key programs, highlighting emerging market trends and providing insight into current procurement or research trends.

Key HighlightsStudies of emerging technological trends and their broader impact on the hypersonic technologies market and global geopolitical environment. Analysis of the impact hypersonic technology could have in commercial and defense missions.ScopeThe key technological challenges that operators and developers face are covered. The investment opportunities for commercial and defense applications in the hypersonic technologies value chain are covered.Highlights from the range different development programs currently being undertaken by various firms, including hypersonic aircraft, hypersonic cruise missiles, and hypersonic glide vehicles.Reasons to BuyDetermine potential investment companies based on trend analysis and market projections.Gaining an understanding of the market challenges and opportunities surrounding the hypersonic technologies theme.