Revolutionary Changes or Propaganda Goals?
The Recent Hypersonic Weapon Developments of the Russian Federation
Copyright (c) 2022 Lesták Tamás
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Abstract
The Russian hypersonic weapon developments, which caused significant international media attention means a real technological leap forward and according to some expert analyses notable advantages for Russia in the field of military rivalry. This study will examine the basic features of the weapon category, and the current stage of the most important Russian development programs, the results so far. Furthermore I will try to identify the possible areas of use and examine whether Russia is really in the lead in this field.
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