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Kratos Hypersonic Drone to Compete with Venus Aerospace and Hermeus


Published on 2025-03-25 12:22:22 - NextBigFuture
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  • Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has unveiled an internally funded effort to develop a hypersonic drone capable of exceeding Mach 5. Kratos is most

The article from NextBigFuture discusses the development of hypersonic drones by Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, which are set to compete with similar projects by Venus Aerospace and Hermeus. Kratos is focusing on creating a hypersonic drone capable of reaching speeds of Mach 5 or greater, aiming to provide the U.S. military with advanced, high-speed reconnaissance and strike capabilities. The article highlights that while Venus Aerospace is working on a hypersonic spaceplane called Stargazer, and Hermeus is developing the Darkhorse, a hypersonic aircraft, Kratos's approach involves leveraging existing technology and partnerships to expedite development. This competition in hypersonic technology is driven by the need for faster, more responsive military assets, with each company bringing unique technological solutions to the table, potentially revolutionizing both military and commercial aviation sectors.

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