India Makes Historic Breakthrough in Hypersonic Technology
The Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in developing hypersonic technology, successfully demonstrating a cutting-edge Active Cooled Scramjet Combustor ground test for 120 seconds.
Hypersonic missiles, capable of traveling at speeds exceeding Mach 5 (over 5,400 km/hr), have the potential to revolutionize modern warfare. These advanced weapons can evade existing air defense systems, delivering rapid and high-impact strikes.
This achievement marks a crucial step forward in India’s pursuit of hypersonic capabilities, positioning the country alongside global leaders in this advanced technology.
Scramjets, or Supersonic Combustion Ramjets, are air-breathing engines that sustain combustion at supersonic speeds without moving parts. The successful ground test of the scramjet combustor demonstrated remarkable achievements, including stable combustion and ignition.
The DRDL, in collaboration with Indian industry, has developed a novel endothermic scramjet fuel, offering enhanced cooling and ignition capabilities. Additionally, a state-of-the-art Thermal Barrier Coating (TBC) has been created to withstand extreme temperatures during hypersonic flight.
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and industry partners on this monumental success, emphasizing its significance in advancing India’s hypersonic capabilities. DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V Kamat also applauded the team’s remarkable achievement, highlighting their innovative contributions to hypersonic technology.
