China's successful Feitian 2 hypersonic missile test
China has successfully tested its new hypersonic vehicle, Feitian-2, marking a big step forward in aerospace tech.
The test showed off the vehicle's ability to switch between different propulsion modes mid-flight—think rocket power to air-breathing mode—all while cruising at super high speeds.
Built by Northwestern Polytechnical University, Feitian-2 runs on a special engine that mixes kerosene and hydrogen peroxide.
Feitian-2 can fly itself and change direction on the go
Feitian-2's unique engine grabs oxygen from the air, so it doesn't have to carry as much fuel—making flights more efficient.
The design also got some cool upgrades like bigger tail fins and new wings for better control at crazy speeds.
Plus, it can fly itself and change direction on the go using real-time data.
This successful test puts China ahead in the global race for hypersonic tech and could lead to future unmanned missions for both defense and science.