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Hypersonics·NGD

Hypersonic Missiles Could Fly Faster, Farther With GE-Lockheed Ramjet

3 sources · first reported 157d ago

GE-Lockheed's NGD liquid-fueled rotating detonation ramjet engine improves thrust and fuel efficiency, enabling hypersonic missiles to fly faster and farther.

Why it matters

This next-gen engine technology could significantly enhance the capabilities of hypersonic missiles, making them more effective and challenging to defend against.

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