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hypersonic

[hahy-per-son-ik] / ˌhaɪ pərˈsɒn ɪk /


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Pyongyang has carried out a flurry of weapons tests in recent weeks, including trials of cluster-bomb warheads, attack drones, a precision-guided torpedo system and an intermediate-range hypersonic missile.

From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026

In recent years, North Korea has tested intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the U.S. mainland, new hypersonic systems and more accurate short-range ballistic missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

Earlier this month, North Korea announced the AI-assisted launch of an intermediate-range hypersonic missile.

From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026

Other displays included Pukkuksong submarine-launched ballistic missiles, a hypersonic short-range missile and a row of smaller cruise missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The most visionary of the brain busters pined for the day when a pilot could take one of their creations for a hypersonic joy ride: Mach 5 or faster.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly


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