Core Viewpoint - The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced a collaboration with the UK company Fraser-Nash to develop hypersonic technology through the INVICTUS project, aiming to create a reusable experimental aerospace vehicle capable of horizontal takeoff and reaching speeds of up to 5 Mach (five times the speed of sound) [1] Group 1 - The INVICTUS project is a joint initiative between ESA and Fraser-Nash [1] - The project focuses on developing hypersonic technology for aerospace applications [1] - The targeted flight speed for the experimental vehicle is 5 Mach [1]