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India’s Hypersonic Progress: Scramjet Success and the Pursuit of Advanced Jet Engine Technology
India has demonstrated notable advancements in hypersonic technology with the triumphant testing of a scramjet engine capable of sustained powered flight. This achievement places India among a select group of nations with the capability to develop hypersonic missiles and advanced aerospace systems. However,this success also highlights the ongoing challenges in developing a reliable,high-performance jet engine for its fighter aircraft.
Scramjet technology: A Breakthrough in Hypersonic Flight
In a landmark achievement, India’s scramjet engine sustained powered flight for 12 minutes, a significant milestone in hypersonic research. Unlike conventional jet engines,a scramjet (Supersonic Combustion Ramjet) utilizes the aircraft’s high speed – typically Mach 5 or greater – to compress incoming air for combustion,eliminating the need for rotating machinery like fans
