What Are Hypersonic Missiles? Why are they viewed as game-changers in modern warfare?
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Category: Science and Technology (GS -III),
Test Date: 19 Nov 2024
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Define Hypersonic Missiles:Weapons that travel at speeds greater than Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound).
Mention the two main types:Hypersonic Cruise Missiles and Boost-Glide Vehicles
How Hypersonic Missiles Work
Explain the basic principle:Hypersonic missiles utilize aerodynamic lift or scramjet propulsion to travel at high speeds, making them different from traditional ballistic missiles that follow predictable, parabolic trajectories.
Highlight that they can maneuver in-flight, unlike ballistic missiles, which are limited to a fixed trajectory.
Game-Changing Aspects in Modern Warfare:Speed and Evasion; Manoeuvrability; Reduced Reaction Time; Strategic Significance
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