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    Global Directed Energy Weapons Market Report

    Global Directed Energy Weapons Market Report
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    Market Insights

    The global-directed energy weapons market is likely to expand at a promising CAGR of >19.0% during the forecast period. 

    What are Directed Energy Weapons (DEW)?

    Global directed energy weapons (DEW) are high-tech military devices that provide accurate and concentrated electromagnetic energy beams for a variety of uses. The directed energy used by these weapons systems includes lasers, high-power microwaves (HPM), and particle beams. Due to their unique characteristics, directed energy weapons have the potential to revolutionize current combat. When compared to conventional kinetic weapons, they have benefits including long-range precise targeting, quick engagement of several targets, improved attack speed, less collateral damage, and maybe cost savings.

    COVID-19 Impact

    The market for directed energy weapons (DEW) has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in both direct and indirect ways. The short-term defense spending of the nations in the creation of directed energy weapons declined as a result of the pandemic since the governments' priorities were shifted to the construction of healthcare facilities. Post-COVID-19 crises, the purchase of new air, land, and sea platforms has escalated due to the sharp rise in military spending by industrialized and emerging nations due to rising geopolitical tensions. The military is spending money to equip the military platforms with cutting-edge weaponry, such as directed energy weapons, propelling the market's expansion.

    Supply chain constraints due to the COVID-19 pandemic and The Russia-Ukraine conflict have led to a high inflation rate across the globe which is directly impacting the global economy. All these factors have led to high procurement cost of advanced weapons such as direct energy weapons.

    Market Drivers

    Major factors such as the growing demand for precision attack systems among defense forces, increasing R&D expenditure towards the development of directed energy weapons, and surge in demand for non-lethal weapons are expected to fuel the market growth of directed energy weapons during the forecast period. Further, the rapid increase in the military expenditure of developed and emerging countries and increasing geopolitical tensions are expected to accelerate the market growth during the forecast period.

    Segments' Analysis

    Segmentations

    List of Sub-Segments

    Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments

    Technology-Type Analysis

    High Energy Laser, High-Power, Radio Frequency, Electromagnetic Weapons, and Sonic Weapons

    High-energy laser is anticipated to be the dominating segment in the years to come.

    Product-Type Analysis

    Lethal Weapons and Non-Lethal Weapons

    Lethal weapon is expected to be the dominating segment during the study period.

    Range-Type Analysis

    Less than 1 mile and more than 1 mile

    Less than 1-mile range weapons are expected to be the dominant segment.

    Application- Type Analysis

    Homeland Security and Military

    Military application to dominate the market during the forecasted period.

    Platform- Type Analysis

    Land, Airborne, Naval, and Space

    Airborne platform is expected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.

    Regional Analysis

    North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World

    North America is expected to be the dominant as well as fastest-growing region during the forecast period.

     

    Technology Type

    The global directed energy weapons market is segmented into high-energy laser (solid-state laser, fiber laser, free electron laser, chemical laser, and liquid laser), high-power radio frequency (narrow-band microwave, ultra-wideband microwave), electromagnetic weapons (particle beam weapons, laser-induced plasma channel (LIPC)), and sonic weapons. High-energy lasers are expected to be the dominant segment during the forecast period. High-energy lasers offer precise targeting capabilities with minimal collateral damage. They can engage targets at the speed of light with high accuracy and are effective against a wide range of threats, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), rockets, artillery shells, and small boats. High-energy laser systems can provide coverage over long distances, enabling engagement beyond the range of traditional kinetic weapons.

    Product Type

    The market is segmented into lethal weapons and non-lethal weapons. Lethal weapon is expected to hold the major share of the market during the forecast period. Lethal directed energy weapons refer to those designed to cause significant damage or destruction to targets. In the lethal DEW category, high-energy lasers (HEL) and high-power microwaves (HPM) have received notable attention. In addition to that, lethal directed energy weapons have efficiency in engaging and neutralizing opposing targets in combat circumstances. They offer the capacity to deliver accurate and devastating force at the speed of light, which is useful in fending off swift and nimble adversaries. Lethal DEWs also have a long engagement range, allowing for the destruction or incapacitation of a variety of platforms, including hardened buildings, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), missiles, and vehicles.

    Application Type

    The global directed energy weapon market is segmented into homeland security and military. Military applications are expected to remain the dominant segment in the market. Major factors such as increasing demand for advanced weapons for military purposes and increasing geo-political threats are expected to drive the market during the forecast period. In addition to that, the rapid increase in military expenditure and increasing investments in the integration of advanced weapon systems such as directed energy weapons on board the platforms is further expected to fuel the growth of the market. Military forces invest in DEWs to enhance their combat effectiveness, deter potential adversaries, and maintain military superiority.

    Regional Analysis

    North America is anticipated to be the dominant market during the forecast period. The USA has been a significant player in the development and deployment of directed energy weapons. The U.S. Department of Defense has been investing in DEW research and development programs for several years, resulting in the demonstration of various DEW technologies, including high-energy lasers and high-power microwaves.

    The U.S. military has extensively tested and evaluated DEW systems, particularly in areas such as anti-missile defense and counter-UAV capabilities. In addition to that, the USA has one of the largest defense budgets globally, allowing for substantial investments in advanced defense technologies, including directed energy weapons. The U.S. Department of Defense has allocated significant resources to DEW research, development, and demonstration programs. This level of investment has contributed to the dominance of North America in the global market.

    The global directed energy weapons market is segmented into the following categories:

    By Technology Type

    • High Energy Laser
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Solid-State Laser, Fiber Laser, Free Electron Laser, Chemical Laser, and Liquid Laser
    • High-Power Radio Frequency
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Narrow-band Microwave and Ultra-wideband Microwave
    • Electromagnetic Weapons
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Particle Beam Weapons and Laser-Induced Plasma Channel (LIPC)
    • Sonic Weapons (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

    By Product Type

    • Lethal Weapons (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
    • Non-Lethal Weapons (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

    By Range Type

    • Less than 1 Km (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
    • More than 1 Km (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

    By Application Type

    • Homeland Security (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
    • Miliary (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW

    By Platform Type

    • Land
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Armoured Vehicles, Handheld, and Weapon Systems
    • Air-borne
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Helicopters, Fighter Aircraft, Special Mission Aircraft, and Tactical UAVs
    • Naval
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Combat Ships, Submarines, and Unmanned Surface Vehicles
    • Space
      • Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW
      • Type Analysis: Satellite, Space-based Interceptors, and Earth to Space Weapons

    By Region

    • North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
    • Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and The Rest of Europe)
    • Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and The Rest of Asia-Pacific)
    • Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Argentina, and Others)

    Key Players

    The following are the key players in the global directed energy weapons market:

    • Lockheed Martin Corporation
    • Raytheon Technologies Corporation
    • Northrop Grumman Corporation
    • Thales Group
    • Bae Systems Plc
    • The Boeing Company
    • Textron, Inc.
    • Rheinmetall AG
    • L3harris Technologies, Inc.
    • Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

    Research Methodology

    This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s global directed energy weapons realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market.

    The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

    This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools.

    More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data. We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

    Report Features

    This report provides market intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into the market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for the existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:

    • Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis
    • Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis
    • Market trend and forecast analysis.
    • Market segment trend and forecast.
    • Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Product portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
    • COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
    • Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
    • Emerging trends.
    • Strategic growth opportunities for existing and new players.
    • Key success factors.

    Customization Options

    With this detailed report, Stratview Research offers one of the following free customization options to our respectable clients:

    Company Profiling

    • Detailed profiling of additional market players (up to three players)
    • SWOT analysis of key players (up to three players)

    Competitive Benchmarking

    • Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    The global directed energy weapons is estimated to grow at a CAGR of >19.0% by 2028, driven by advancements in technologies, military modernization efforts, and cost efficiency and operational advantages.

    Lockheed Martin Corporation, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Thales Group, Bae Systems Plc, The Boeing Company, Textron, Inc., Rheinmetall Ag, L3harris Technologies, Inc., and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., are the leading players in the global directed energy weapons market.

    North America is the dominant region in the market due to the large government budget allocation for new-generation electronic warfare weapons for protection against a variety of threats for land, sea, and air defence applications. Further, the region marks presence of the leading players in the defense industry.

    North America is anticipated to be the fastest growing region in the market owing to huge investment towards development of advanced weapon systems, the presence of key players, and a huge defense budget.

    High-energy lasers are expected to be the dominant segment during the forecast period. High-energy lasers, such as solid-state, chemical, or fiber lasers, have been a focus of research and development efforts for DEW applications. They offer advantages such as precision targeting, long-range capabilities, and the potential to engage multiple targets rapidly. High-energy lasers have been explored for various applications, including anti-missile defense, counter-UAV systems, and naval vessel protection.

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