Venus Aerospace's successful atmospheric test of its rotating detonation rocket engine (RDRE) marks a significant step towards supersonic travel. The test, conducted at Spaceport America, demonstrated the potential of this propulsion technology, which promises flights up to Mach 4. If commercially approved, the new hypersonic jet, Stargazer, could revolutionize air travel between major cities, offering a nearly threefold reduction in flight time compared to the Concorde. The company targets a launch in the early 2030s, aiming for efficiency and sustainability in high-speed aviation.
Venus' RDRE solved the last but critical steps to harness the theoretical benefits of pressure gain combustion. We've built an engine that not only runs, but runs reliably and efficiently.
With this milestone, we're one step closer to making high-speed flight accessible, affordable, and sustainable. This technology works-not just in simulations or the lab, but in the air.
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