Join engineer and STEM educator Aspen Meineke for an exciting conversation with Capt. Jason Seik, Project Manager of the Hypersonic Plasma Re-entry Effects Program at the Air Force Research Laboratory. Explore the cutting-edge science behind hypersonic flight, where speeds exceeding Mach 5 create extreme atmospheric conditions. Learn how Capt. Seik and his team are tackling the challenges of plasma physics, thermal protection, and advanced materials to shape the future of high-speed aerospace technology and national defense. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most advanced fields in modern engineering!