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India.com
4 days ago
- India.com
Rs 2564896860000: This is the price of fighter jet which will heal itself in mid-air, name is…, developed by India's friend, not US, France, Japan, Germany, it is…
(Image: BAE Systems/PA Wire) New Delhi: In a war the air force plays a crucial role as it destroys the main defence and attack infrastructure of the enemy, making things easier for the ground forces. But it is also a fact that the fighter jets get hit. Now that the world is already having fifth generation fighter jets and moving towards sixth generation jets, how about an aircraft that didn't just avoid damage, but heal itself mid-air? What is Global Combat Air Programme? Here we will tell you about the Tempest fighter jet, the star of United Kingdom's Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) with Japan and Italy. Tempest is a stealth aircraft designed to feature self-healing skin. The self-healing skin is an innovative technology that could completely change the nature and style of aerial combat. What Is self-healing skin? As much as it sounds futuristic, self-healing skin is pricking the curiosity of many from the field of aviation. To put it in simple terms, self-healing skin 'is a next-gen smart material that enables aircraft to detect, contain, and repair minor damage while still in flight'. This self-healing technology works on the dynamics of biology and nanotechnology and it further includes microcapsules filled with repair agents, shape-memory polymers, and self-sensing fiber composites. For instance, if the wing gets scraped by a projectile or a panel cracks under stress, these materials react instantly, sealing the damage on their own, thus protecting the aircraft's stealth and aerodynamics. It also keeps it in mission mode without needing immediate maintenance. What are features of Tempest? It might sound absurd but the Tempest is being fabricated as a 'combat brain' in the sky with thousands of sensors embedded across the airframe that will feed real-time data to its on-board Artificial Intelligence system. This AI will act like a virtual co-pilot, guiding the pilot and but detecting structural damage while on the flight. If any damage is detected, Tempest's body can trigger repairs automatically using embedded smart materials that restore strength and stealth properties without any human intervention. The self-healing materials in Tempest are being developed by the UK's BAE Systems, alongside academic researchers and materials science labs across Europe. When is Tempest to be launched? The first flight of the sixth-generation fighter aircraft Tempest is expected before 2035. Right now it is under development in the United Kingdom for the Royal Air Force (RAF). It will replace the Eurofighter Typhoon. It is being developed as part of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme by a consortium known as Team Tempest, which includes the Ministry of Defence, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, the UK subsidiary of Leonardo, and MBDA UK.
BBC News
4 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Tempest: HQ opens for next generation fighter jet project
The headquarters of a new international fighter jet project have opened in Global Combat Air Programme is a collaboration between the UK, Italy and Japan to develop a next generation aircraft, which is expected to be called Tempest by the RAF. The new facility, based in Green Park, was opened on Monday by minister for defence procurement Maria said the base would be a "centre of excellence, uniting top talent from our three governments and industries that pioneer advancements in future air technology". A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to mark the occasion, attended by Reading's mayor Alice Mpofu-Coles and Labour MP for Earley and Woodley, Yuan Yang."It's exciting for Reading. There are about 100 jobs for a start, which is not to be sniffed at," Ms Eagle added. The aircraft is expected to enter service by 2035, replacing the Eurofighter Typhoon and Japan's F-2 programme said the plane would be "powered by advanced data processing and AI", as well as possessing "enhanced stealth for improved survivability". The UK government said the programme already supported 3,500 UK jobs and 1,000 apprenticeships. It is thought it has spent about £2bn on it so far, with about £10bn likely to be needed until it is three nations have devised the project to make an aircraft that is less reliant on US the project was announced in 2022, BAE Systems were said to have a major role. Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. Ltd and Italy's Leonardo are among the other companies involved. You can follow BBC Berkshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
South China Morning Post
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Korean actress Jun Ji-hyun eyes new opportunities as she parts with management agency
Korean actress Jun Ji-hyun is set to leave her management agency Ieum Hashtag after three years, stirring anticipation in the entertainment industry as she prepares to enter the free-agent market. Advertisement 'Jun Ji-hyun's contract expires early next month, and both sides have agreed not to renew,' an official from Ieum Hashtag said on Tuesday. Jun joined Ieum Hashtag in 2022. The agency was founded by the former CEO of Culture Depot, where Jun was previously managed for many years. Actress Kim So-hyun also recently parted ways with the company. According to industry sources, Jun is currently considering offers from multiple agencies. Jun Ji-hyun in a still from Tempest. Photo: Disney+ Her next project is the Disney+ series Tempest , set to premiere later this year.
Daily Mirror
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Cobra Kai stars reunite in Disney+ thriller after Netflix Karate Kid spin-off
Cobra Kai star Alicia Hannah-Kim has joined a new Hulu and Disney+ drama series alongside a number of other big names including a former Netflix co-star. Cobra Kai actress Alicia Hannah-Kim is set to reunite with a former Netflix co-star in an exciting Korean spy drama. The starlet featured in Cobra Kai, portraying Kim Da-Eun from the second series, the granddaughter of the villainous Kim Sun-Yung (CS Lee) who taught karate to John Kreese (Martin Kove) and Terry Silver (Thomas Ian Griffith). Following the conclusion of Cobra Kai earlier this year, Hannah-Kim has a new project lined up titled Tempest, expected to premiere on Hulu and Disney+ later this year. While her role in the eight-part drama remains under wraps, the Korean-Australian actress will once again share screen space with actor Jacob Bertrand. Bertrand is best known for his role as Eli "Hawk" Moskowitz in Cobra Kai, who eventually leaves the titular dojo for Johnny Lawrence's (William Zabka) Eagle Fang Karate and then Miyagi-Do. Their casting was announced alongside Star Trek's John Cho and The Lincoln Lawyer actor Christopher Gorham, with Gianna Jun and Gang Dongwon headlining the series. Tempest revolves around diplomat and former United States ambassador Seo Munju (Gianna Jun) and international special agent Sanho (Gang Dongwon) as they "race to uncover the truth behind an attack that threatens the future stability of the Korean peninsula". Set for release in 2025, Tempest will be available internationally on Disney+ and on Hulu in the US, with the streaming platforms hinting at a plot filled with "assassinations, political games, conspiracies and spies will collide". Production initially kicked off in Seoul last year, with IMDb confirming that Tempest is still currently being filmed. In the final series of Cobra Kai, Kim Da-Eun's narrative ended with her murdering her grandfather Kim Sun-Yung after he attempted to persuade her to kill John Kreese (Martin Kove). She then managed to transform the dojo in Korea, distancing herself from his dreadful teachings and adopting a more peaceful approach akin to Miyagi-Do. It was hinted that she and Chozen (Yuji Okumoto) found their happy ending, with him turning up at her dojo, suitcase in hand and a broad grin on both their faces.
Daily Record
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Alicia Hannah-Kim joins Cobra Kai co-star and Lincoln Lawyer actor in Disney+ spy drama
Cobra Kai star Alicia Hannah-Kim will be reuniting with a former Netflix co-star in a gripping Korean spy drama. Cobra Kai's Alicia Hannah-Kim is set to star in a Disney+ drama where she will be reunited with another actor from the Karate Kid spin-off. Alicia Hannah-Kim graced our screens for Cobra Kai, joining the cast in the second series as Kim Da-Eun, the granddaughter of the nefarious Kim Sun-Yung (CS Lee), who imparted karate skills to John Kreese (Martin Kove) and Terry Silver (Thomas Ian Griffith). With Cobra Kai wrapping up earlier this year, Hannah-Kim has now embarked on a new venture titled Tempest, which is expected to premiere on Hulu and Disney+ later this year. While her role in the eight-part drama remains under wraps, the Korean-Australian actress will be sharing screen time once again with Jacob Bertrand. Bertrand is best known for his portrayal of Eli "Hawk" Moskowitz in Cobra Kai, who eventually left the eponymous dojo for Johnny Lawrence's (William Zabka) Eagle Fang Karate and subsequently Miyagi-Do. Their casting was announced alongside Star Trek's John Cho and The Lincoln Lawyer actor Christopher Gorham, with Gianna Jun and Gang Dongwon headlining the series. Tempest revolves around diplomat and former United States ambassador Seo Munju (Gianna Jun) and international special agent Sanho (Gang Dongwon) as they "race to uncover the truth behind an attack that threatens the future stability of the Korean peninsula". Tempest is slated for release sometime in 2025, internationally on Disney+ and on Hulu in the US, with the streaming platforms hinting at a plot filled with "assassinations, political games, conspiracies and spies colliding" Production initially kicked off in Seoul last year, with IMDb confirming that Tempest is still currently under production. In the final season of Cobra Kai, Kim Da-Eun's narrative arc culminated with her killing her grandfather Kim Sun-Yung after he attempted to persuade her to kill John Kreese (played by Martin Kove). Subsequently, she managed to transform the dojo in Korea, distancing it from his dreadful teachings and adopting a more peaceful approach like that to Miyagi-Do. The series hinted at a happy ending for her and Chozen (Yuji Okumoto), with him showing up at her dojo, suitcase in hand and both of them smiling from ear-to-ear.
