China’s hypersonic research to get boost from satellite startup


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Hypersonic missiles can change course to avoid detection and anti-missile defenses. A Chinese satellite internet startup is planning to provide broadband connectivity to assist China's hypersonic vehicle program. Beijing-based Galaxy Space was founded in 2016 with the stated goal of constructing a private broadband satellite constellation. But the company is now also looking to provide services for military applications, according (opens in new tab) to the South China Morning Post. The firm launched six experimental satellites in March 2022 and demonstrated the ability to provide broadband connectivity to terminals on the ground. Related: The latest news about China's space program...