Source: China – South China Morning PostChina is developing a unique laser device for hypersonic military aircraft and missiles to fly faster and further, according to scientists involved in the project.When travelling at hypersonic speed – five times the speed of sound, or beyond – planes and weapons usually meet a lot of resistance from the air, which can affect flight safety and increase the amount of fuel needed.Streamlining their shape can help to reduce this resistance, known as “drag”, but further improvements need a more…Read More