Military Transmit and Receive Module Market

[258 Pages Report] The military transmit and receive module market is estimated to be USD 5.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 7.7 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2028. The market is driven by factors such as the development of new transmit and receive module technologies.

Military Transmit and Receive Module Market Forecast to 2028

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Military transmit and receive module market Dynamics:

Drivers: Development of new transmit and receive module technologies

The demand for compact transmit and receive (T/R) modules is growing rapidly, driven by the development of new T/R module technologies that offer improved size, weight, and power (SWaP) performance. SWaP performance is a critical consideration for military T/R modules due to the following reasons:

• The size of a T/R module affects the size and weight of the overall system. Military systems are often deployed in constrained environments, so minimizing the size and weight of individual components is crucial. Smaller T/R modules allow for more flexibility in system design.
• The weight of a T/R module influences the payload capacity of aircraft, vehicles, and other platforms. As military systems operate in remote locations, it is necessary to lower the weight of equipment to maximize payload capacity. Lighter T/R modules also allow for easier transport and handling.
• The power consumption of a T/R module determines the power budget of the overall system. Lower power T/R modules extend battery life and reduce the need for cooling and other power management infrastructure.

Given these advantages, there are ongoing research and development activities for SWaP T/R modules in the market.

Restraints: Stringent regulations for import and export of gallium

Stringent regulations for the import and export of rare earth metals such as gallium (used in military T/R modules) prevent unauthorized or inappropriate use of technologies in military communications, radar systems, and electronic warfare. These regulations encompass various key aspects, including robust export controls and licensing procedures, requiring companies to obtain specific licenses for exporting these components. However, countries often use regulations and policy tools for geopolitical purposes as part of their foreign policy strategies. Regulations can be leveraged to advance national interests, influence international dynamics, and achieve specific geopolitical objectives. For example, in July 2023, China imposed restrictions on the export of gallium and germanium, two metals used in chipmaking, communications equipment, and defense. After this, exporters needed to apply for licenses from the commerce ministry to continue shipment of the materials out of the country and were required to report details of the overseas buyers and their applications. This move creates a shortage in supply of this rare earth metal in the international market resulting in rising prices of the material. This increases raw material expenses for the manufacturers of transmit and receive modules.

Opportunities: Emphasis on developing lightweight radars

The rapid development of lightweight radars is driven by the growing demand for smaller, more versatile, and affordable unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These radars enable UAVs to perform various functions, such as collision avoidance, terrain mapping, and object detection. In recent years, UAVs have become increasingly popular due to their low cost and reduced risk. The availability of cost-efficient UAVs for airborne surveillance has further prompted radar manufacturers to develop small and compact airborne radars. In June 2019, MetaSensing (Netherlands) demonstrated the SDO-50V2 UAV equipped with the MetaSAR-L-UAV for intelligence activities. These systems are primarily used for stability monitoring in mines, infrastructure, and construction sites. The growing emphasis on developing lightweight radar for UAVs is anticipated to offer lucrative opportunities in the market

Challenges: Vulnerability to radar jamming techniques

Modern defense technologies have led to significant advancements in radar jamming techniques. Radar jamming involves intentionally emitting radio frequency signals to disrupt the enemy’s radar operations by creating noise in the receiver. Airborne radars are more vulnerable to these jamming techniques due to their limited range, small size, and mobile nature. New electronic radar jamming techniques utilize interfering signals that block the receiver with highly concentrated energy signals, preventing the signal from reaching the airborne radar and impeding its effectiveness. In 2019, the US Army awarded BAE Systems (UK) a contract to develop and supply advanced radar jamming technology to enhance air survivability and mission effectiveness for the Army’s rotary-wing aircraft and unmanned aerial systems. Under this contract, the company would undertake research and development to integrate adaptive radio frequency jamming and sensing capabilities. Such innovative radar frequency jamming technologies challenge T/R module providers to improve their products to resist jamming technologies.

Military Transmit And Receive Module Market Ecosystem

Prominent companies in this market include well-established, financially stable manufacturers of T/R modules with a global presence. They have been operating in the market for several years and have a diversified product portfolio, state-of-the-art technologies, and robust global sales and marketing networks. Prominent companies include Northrop Grumman (US), Thales (France), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), RTX (US), and CAES System LLC (US).

Private and small enterprises have a comparatively limited product portfolio, financial strength, and specialization in specific components and subcomponents. Some companies could enter strategic partnerships and joint ventures with prominent companies to gain a strong foothold in the military transmit and receive module market. Currently, private and small enterprises are looking at funding and investments to develop technologically advanced T/R modules and enter them into service. Private and small enterprises include ALPHA DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD (India), Aethercomm Inc (US), Annapolis Micro Systems, Inc. (US), Mistral Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (India) and Altum RF (Netherlands).

The gallium nitride segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR rate of 6.3 % for the military transmit and receive module market during the forecast period.

Based on type, the military transmit and receive module market is segmented into gallium nitride, gallium arsenide, and others. The gallium nitride segment is projected to reach USD 3.91 billion by 2028. T/R modules use several high-performance materials, such as gallium nitride (GaN). These materials are expensive and require specialized manufacturing techniques.

The radar segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the Military transmit and receive module market in 2023.

The military transmit and receive module market is divided into four segments based on applications: Radar, Communication, Electronic Warfare, and Others. The radar segment is expected to hold the largest share of the market in 2023, accounting for 48% of the total. Governments worldwide are increasingly investing in the upgrade of aircraft fleets by integrating modern radar systems, driving the demand for military T/R modules.

The Single-band segment is projected to have largest market share for the Military transmit and receive module market in 2023.

The military transmit and receive module market is divided into two segments based on frequency: single-band and multi-band. The single-band segment is expected to hold the largest share of the market in 2023, accounting for 74% of the total. The demand for single-band T/R modules is influenced by ever-expanding usage of wireless communication technologies.

The airborne segment is projected to have largest market share for the Military transmit and receive module market in 2023.

The military transmit and receive module market is divided into four segments based on platform: airborne, naval, land and space. The airborne segment is expected to hold the largest share of the market in 2023, accounting for 42% of the total. This is due to the increasing demand for smaller, more versatile, and affordable unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These radars enable UAVs to perform various functions, such as collision avoidance, terrain mapping, and object detection.

The Asia Pacific market is projected to contribute the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2028

Aisa Pacific is projected to contribute the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2028 in the military transmit and receive module market during the forecast period. Major companies such as mitsubishi electric corporation, National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, and Bharat Electronics Limited are based in the asia pacific region. These players continuously invest in the R&D of new and advanced technologies for transmit and receive modules.

Military Transmit and Receive Module Market by Region

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Key Market Players

The Military transmit and receive module companies is dominated by a few globally established players such as Northrop Grumman (US), Thales (France), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (US), RTX (US), and CAES System LLC (US).

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Military Transmit and Receive Module Market Highlights

This research report categorizes military transmit and receive module market based on Type, Application, Frequency, Medium of Communication, Platform, and Region.

Recent Developments

• In September 2023, The US DoD awarded Northrop Grumman two radar contracts, enhancing air defense and electronic warfare capabilities.
• In November 2023, SIGEN (a consortium between Elettronica Group (Rome) and Thales) and Naviris signed a contract for the modernization of electronic warfare (EW) systems.
• In November 2023, L3Harris Technologies won a contract from the US Navy to continue developing advanced systems to modernize EW capabilities on F/A-18 aircraft, enhancing pilot protection against emerging and future threats.
• In November 2023, Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a four-year contract from DARPA to increase the electronic capability of RF sensors with high-power-density GaN transistors. The improved transistors will have 16 times higher output power than traditional GaN with no increase in operating temperature.

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