Abstract: In order to support the fundamental research and engineering development on interception of near space hypersonic vehicles in China, following the introduction of the flight characteristics and mission profiles of the typical near space hypersonic targets, the research achievements including target early warning and detection, trajectory tracking and prediction, guidance and control methods, and interception strategies are reviewed. Some key technical issues and feasible solutions in each aspect are discussed. It is suggested that the research should focus on early warning with space/near space/air/ground/sea system, infrared multimode seeker, direct/aerodynamic force control, collaborative interception and defense and so on.

Key words: Hypersonic vehicle, Near space, Interception; Trajectory prediction, Guidance and control