Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company focused on developing hypersonic aircraft for both commercial and military applications. They aim to radically accelerate air travel through Mach 5+ aircraft, partnering with organizations like NASA and the U.S. Air Force. Their key projects include the "Quarterhorse" and "Darkhorse" aircraft, powered by their Chimera engine, and they operate the HEAT facility for hypersonic propulsion testing. Hermeus' work involves advanced propulsion systems, thermal management, and high-speed flight technologies.
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Quarterhorse Mk 1 is Hermeus’s second fully integrated vehicle in the past year following Quarterhorse Mk 0, which completed its test campaign in November 2023.
Hermeus plans Quarterhorse Mk 2 to feature the Pratt & Whitney F100 engine and to fly at supersonic speeds next year.
Hermeus unveiled Quarterhorse Mk 1, which will take flight later 2024.
Hermeus designed, built, and tested the Chimera engine in 21 months for $18,000,000.
Hermeus is partnering with the U.S. Air Force and NASA to develop a series of autonomous aircraft to de-risk hypersonic technology.
Hermeus planned to begin flight testing the first Quarterhorse aircraft in late 2023.