< IMG SRC = "/Uploads/Blogs/86/2F/IB-FRCAQ2T_0DF4A499.jpg" ALT = "European Developers will create the first interceptor of hypersonic weapons in the Earth's atmosphere"/~ 62 < p > in Europe the active phase of the Hydef & mdash; Initiatives for the creation of the first European endo -atmospheric interceptor capable of neutralizing hypersonic threats. The project is under the management of the organization of joint cooperation in the field of weapons (OCCAR), which operates on behalf of the European Commission and the participating countries. Hydef's task is to develop both terrestrial and marine interceptors to neutralize goals maneuvering in the atmosphere.
< p > The program is divided into several steps & mdash; Pre -analysis of capabilities and phase of technical feasibility. In parallel with this, the consortium has launched early creation of key technologies, such as aerodynamic configurations, high -precision guidance, new generation sensory systems and modern propulsion. The main purpose & mdash; create an interceptor with high maneuverability and ability to work within modern NATO systems.
< p >At the end of 2024, two important stages were completed: the concept of operations (Conops) was defined and a mission was conducted, which identified the main threats, users' needs and formed high -level system architecture. Also, a key technology readiness assessment has been started and what resources are required for their further development.
< P > The Hydef interceptor is developed taking into account the possibility of intercepting both hypersonic cruise missiles and glanders. Its work involves integration with spatial sensors and NATO infrastructure in the field of missile defense. According to the concept, a modified version is able to reach a height of intercepting up to 50 km, twice the current capabilities of similar systems based on IRIS-T. < P class = "" Data-Start = "2030" Data-end = "2460" > Hydef is also partially integrated with the PESCO initiative called Twister, which is focused on & nbs; early warning; However, there were legal contradictions around the program: MBDA has filed a complaint about Hydef financing decisions that & nbsp; nbsp; forced the European Commission to start a parallel project & nbsp; & mdash; AiDef-Eatmi & nbsp; & mdash; under the guidance of the French branch of MBDA and its German partners.< P class = "" Data-Start = "2462" Data-End = "2672" > Despite competition, Hydef remains a flagship European initiative in & nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; on & nbsp; battle field of the future.