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Is a scramjet faster than a ramjet?

Yes, Scramjet is faster than ramjet. Ramjet operates at supersonic speeds and scramjet operates at hypersonic speeds. You can read about the Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle (HSTDV) – unmanned scramjet technology of DRDO in the given link.

Further readings:

  1. Advanced Technology Vehicle – India, one of the 4 Countries To Develop Scramjet Engine
  2. Reusable Launch Vehicle – Technology Demonstrator (RLV – TD)

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Surface to Surface Missiles – An Overview

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