China’s extreme heat shield breaks thermal limit on hypersonic flight

Jun 15, 2025 | INVESTING

Chinese scientists have created a carbide ceramic capable of withstanding temperatures up to 3,600 degrees Celsius (6,512 degrees Fahrenheit) in an oxidising environment, exceeding current thermal limits on hypersonic flight.
The development holds significant potential for applications in aerospace, energy and other extreme high-temperature fields.
Modern hypersonic aircraft and advanced engines demand materials that can maintain structural integrity under extreme thermal conditions. However,…

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