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6. The Taranis: European Stealth Innovation

Showcasing creative ideas to low observability and autonomous operation, the BAE Systems Taranis shows European superiority in stealth bomber technology. Modern stealth technologies—including improved materials that may dynamically adjust their radar-absorbing characteristics depending on threat conditions—are included into this advanced unmanned combat aircraft vehicle. While its innovative exhaust system drastically suppresses both infrared and auditory signals, the Taranis has a unique serpentine air intake design that totally protects engine faces from radar detection.

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The aircraft's artificial intelligence-driven autonomous technologies allow it to make split-second tactical judgments free from human interference in highly disputed surroundings. Its sophisticated sensor set offers before unheard-of battlefield awareness by including hyperspectral imaging and quantum radar devices. Maintaining its stealth profile and delivering exact attacks against high-value targets, the Taranis may carry a sizable load of smart weapons in internal weapons bays. Combining scramjet technology with conventional turbofan engines, its unique propulsion system provides effective cruise performance as well as high-speed dash capability.