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Rafael To Debut ‘Sky Sonic’ Hypersonic Missile Interceptor

Rafael Unveils ‘Sky Sonic’ Hypersonic Missile Interceptor

Our Bureau - : Jun 15, 2023 - : 7:01 pm

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has made public a defensive response to the growing threat of hypersonic missiles called “Sky Sonic”. The advanced interceptor was officially unveiled for the first time on Day 1 of the Show.

“We are following the developments and emerging threats in the current security context and are developing the most advanced defense systems,” said Dr. Yuval Steinitz, Rafael chairman. “Project Sky Sonic is an innovative, unique development of its kind for the hypersonic weapon threat.”

The Sky Sonic interceptor represents a major technological leap in hypersonic missile defense. Designed with exceptional manoeuvrability and high-speed capabilities, it effectively neutralizes hypersonic missiles, which travel at ten times the speed of sound, with unmatched precision and stealth.

Over the past years, the threat posed by hypersonic missiles has escalated, necessitating proactive measures to safeguard national security.

Hypersonic missiles encompass a new family of threats, including hypersonic atmospheric cruise missiles, gliders, and cruisers that travel at incredible speeds while maintaining exceptional accuracy and maneuverability. Unlike ballistic missiles, hypersonic missiles have the ability to change their course mid-flight. Consequently, a successful defense against hypersonic threats requires a multifaceted approach that involves not only countering their speed but also effectively tracking, detecting, and intercepting their unpredictable flight paths.

Brigadier General Pini Yungman, Executive Vice President and Head of the Air Defence Division at Rafael, said the company had achieved a reputation as a leading global manufacturer of air defense systems. “From ground-breaking and operationally proven systems like the Iron Dome in its various configurations, to the David’s Sling and the SPYDER, we continue to look ahead and develop the next generations of systems to defend against the threats of tomorrow.”

Developing a comprehensive defensive response to hypersonic threats presents numerous complex challenges, including detection and tracking difficulties that necessitate a synchronized sensor system capable of accurately identifying and locating the threat throughout its trajectory. Furthermore, accurate trajectory prediction demands an interceptor that can swiftly reach the target, minimizing uncertainty associated with target location. Lastly, the interceptor must exhibit exceptional manoeuvrability and operate on a non-ballistic trajectory to effectively pursue and neutralize the hypersonic threat.

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