Yes, it is true that Chinese scientists have developed a hypersonic generator that has the potential to power powerful military weapons, such as lasers, rail guns, and microwave weapons. The system uses a controlled detonation inside a shock tunnel to turn hot gas into a plasma filled with racing ions, which are then converted into electrical current. This process generates enough power to produce a burst of energy that is currently unavailable in a compact system.

According to a peer-reviewed paper in the Chinese Journal of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, the generator has a large capacity and high efficiency. There is no need for intermediate energy storage components, and the energy can be directly transferred to the load without a high-power switch. The device can also start up quickly and has no rotating parts, increasing efficiency and ease of use.

However, China is not yet ready to deploy the system due to logistical hurdles that need to be sorted out, such as how to transport a device that requires controlled detonation and how to handle the gas needed for a second charge when on the move.

If the next iteration of the technology offers automated reloading, China's hypersonic weapons could receive a colossal burst of power. It is worth noting that the development of hypersonic weapons is a priority for many countries, including the United States, Russia, and China, and the development of the hypersonic generator could give China an advantage in this arms race.

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