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The Challenge of Counter-Hypersonics in the Maritime Domain


Main Image Credit No time to lose: warships have only a short space of time to detect an incoming hypersonic missile. Image: alexyz3d / Adobe Stock


Hypersonic missiles are a vexing challenge in the maritime domain on account of their speed. Fortunately, navies have options for countering these weapons.

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WRITTEN BY

Dr Sidharth Kaushal

Research Fellow, Sea Power

Military Sciences

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Dr Thomas Withington

Associate Fellow - Expert in electronic warfare and air defence

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