What are Hypersonic Weapons’ Design Constraints?

Hypersonic flight is said to occur between Mach 5 and Mach 10. What engineering constraints do designers of these vehicles face? Electronic components for hypersonic weapons must resist heat and vibration, be small in size and weight, have low power consumption, and be extremely reliable. The main tactical advantage of hypersonic weapons is their ability to maneuver in low altitudes at very high speeds. As reported by Megan Crouse in the May, 2021 issue of...