Hypersonic Capabilities and Research Activity in the UK & Europe - A Review
- Paper number
IAC-22,D2,4,3,x70206
- Author
Dr. Malcolm Claus, United Kingdom, Kingston University
- Coauthor
Mr. Charles Simpson, United Kingdom, Kingston University
- Year
2022
- Abstract
Recent years have seen increased interest in hypersonic vehicles across a number of roles and uses especially on the international stage. These options range from using waveriders for point to point transportation and the delivery of cargo to the potential for planetary entry on other solar system bodies. In this paper, the UK & European capability for the study, research and testing of hypersonic vehicles is examined and cross-reference with legacy projects and past test campaigns to examine the current UK & European capabilities in this field across the academic, industrial and defence sectors. The paper identifies current strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement to provide a baseline for any future increase in activity to meet the need for such vehicles.
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