Supersonic vs Hypersonic: What is the difference?

What is the difference between Supersonic and Hypersonic? Supersonic is a term used to describe an object moving faster than the speed of sound (Mach Number greater than 1). Hypersonic is a term used to describe an object moving significantly faster than the speed of sound (Mach Number greater than 5). Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:30 - Supersonic 1:23 - Examples of Supersonic Aircrafts - Concorde 3:01 - Hypersonic 4:07 - Examples of Hypersonic Aircrafts and Technology - Boeing X-15 Waverider Patent: aircraft
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