Hypersonic Testing
Evaluate vehicles, components, and propulsion concepts under extreme speed conditions using proven light-gas launch technology capable of achieving hypersonic test velocities.
Green Launch provides advanced light-gas propulsion testing for organizations that need reliable hypervelocity impact data, high-speed launch validation, and specialized aerospace research support. Backed by years of field testing and deep propulsion expertise, the team helps defense, research, and aerospace programs evaluate extreme-speed performance with precision, repeatability, and practical engineering insight.
Specialized high-velocity testing services for aerospace, defense, and scientific research applications.
Evaluate vehicles, components, and propulsion concepts under extreme speed conditions using proven light-gas launch technology capable of achieving hypersonic test velocities.
Conduct controlled horizontal firings with adjustable gas charge pressures, vehicle weights, and velocity targets to generate repeatable performance and impact data.
Support research payload launches and high-speed validation missions for atmospheric studies, instrumentation trials, and advanced aerospace development programs.
Green Launch helps customers validate materials, payloads, and aerospace systems in demanding hypervelocity environments using proprietary light-gas propulsion technology. With successful field testing, Mach-scale launch capability, and leadership rooted in advanced physics and engineering, the company delivers a practical path to gather meaningful impact and performance data for defense, research, and next-generation flight programs.
Successful launches and repeatable test campaigns demonstrate dependable high-speed propulsion performance.
Organizations trust Green Launch for specialized high-speed testing backed by real-world launch experience.
Successful horizontal and vertical test campaigns demonstrate dependable light-gas propulsion performance under demanding conditions.
Led by experienced physicists and aerospace specialists with deep backgrounds in high-velocity propulsion systems.
Light-gas launch methods offer a practical, lower-cost alternative to traditional high-speed aerospace testing approaches.
Hydrogen and oxygen propellant systems support cleaner testing with water vapor as the primary byproduct.
Experienced leaders advancing high-speed aerospace testing.
Chief Technical Officer
Dr. John W. Hunter serves as Chief Technical Officer at Green Launch and brings extensive expertise in physics and high-velocity propulsion systems. His background includes leading the SHARP project at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, giving him deep technical insight into extreme-speed launch environments and advanced testing applications. At Green Launch, he helps guide the development of light-gas propulsion systems used for hypersonic research, impact testing, and sub-orbital launch concepts. His work supports customers that need credible engineering, disciplined experimentation, and meaningful performance data. Dr. Hunter's leadership reflects the company's commitment to practical innovation, rigorous testing, and expanding access to specialized aerospace capabilities through efficient, high-performance launch technology.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson supports Green Launch through strategic outreach and brings a systems science and entrepreneurial perspective to the company's growth. His experience includes expertise in fluid delivery systems for aerospace applications, an important capability for advanced propulsion and launch operations. He helps connect Green Launch's technical strengths with the needs of aerospace, defense, and research organizations seeking specialized testing and launch support. By translating complex capabilities into practical customer solutions, he plays a key role in partnership development and market engagement. His work helps position Green Launch as a forward-looking provider of sustainable, cost-conscious alternatives for hypervelocity testing, atmospheric research, and future orbital delivery services built on proprietary light-gas propulsion technology.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board at Green Launch and contributes broad operational and strategic experience to the organization. His background as an Air Force pilot and environmental consultant brings valuable perspective to mission planning, safety considerations, and responsible technology development. At Green Launch, he supports the company's efforts to advance practical launch and testing solutions that balance performance, cost, and sustainability. His leadership helps reinforce disciplined execution as the company expands its capabilities in hypervelocity testing, sub-orbital payload delivery, and aerospace research support. Don Whitney's experience strengthens Green Launch's ability to serve technically demanding customers while maintaining a clear focus on innovation, operational readiness, and environmentally conscious propulsion methods.
Light-gas gun hypervelocity impact testing uses compressed or combustion-driven light gases to accelerate a projectile to extremely high speeds for controlled impact evaluation. It is commonly used to study material response, structural survivability, payload behavior, and aerodynamic or propulsion-related performance under extreme conditions. This type of testing is valuable for aerospace, defense, and advanced research programs.
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Demonstrated through successful launch campaigns.
Cleaner launch concept using water-vapor byproduct.
Years of focused propulsion development.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at jwhunter2004@yahoo.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at jwhunter2004@yahoo.com