VPX SBC Market Share Analysis
The demand for electronic warfare systems has been increasing due to their versatile applications. Several technological advancements have been made in electronic warfare systems, including:
Artificial Intelligence (AI):
The US Air Force researchers have been actively involved in developing a new form of artificial intelligence and machine learning. This innovation is aimed at enabling attack aircraft to effectively engage and defeat next-generation enemy Integrated Air-Defense Systems (IADS). In September 2021, the US Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, initiated efforts to apply machine learning and AI to enhance cognitive electronic warfare systems. These advancements aim to help aircraft navigate air defenses relying on missiles, multispectral sensors, and other air-defense assets. The integration of AI and machine learning in the military sector facilitates real-time analysis and generation of mission data, presenting opportunities for the adoption of autonomous electronic warfare.
Unmanned Platform Development:
Meteksan Defense in Turkey has entered into an agreement with the Turkish Presidency of Defense Industries to develop a new electronic warfare system. This system is designed to detect and combat threats from drones, as well as manned aircraft, missiles, and helicopters. Countries like the US and its allies, including Australia, are actively working on advanced electronic warfare systems. Their focus extends to anti-access/area denial and air-sea-based battles, with investments in airborne jamming technologies like the Next Generation Jammer, F-18G Growler attack aircraft, and NERO. The Russia-Ukraine conflict highlighted Russia's significant capabilities in electronic warfare, particularly in the electronic attack segment. Regions such as Asia-Pacific and the Middle East are expected to witness substantial investments in electronic warfare technologies in the coming years.
Miniaturization:
The miniaturization of microelectronics for electronic warfare presents a promising opportunity for the defense community. Integrating this advanced technology into missiles or guided munitions is anticipated to usher in a new generation of smart weapons with self-protection capabilities against adversarial electronic attacks. This involves incorporating self-protection features into the weapon through digital radio frequency memory (DRFM) microelectronics. The introduction of highly specialized DRFM microelectronics for self-protection in the 21st century is poised to be a significant achievement. Additionally, various other technological developments, such as directed energy weapons, loitering munition, signature management, advanced electronic protection, communications, multi-mode seekers, active protection systems, and cooling technology, among others, contribute to the evolving landscape of electronic warfare systems. The ongoing development in electronic warfare systems is expected to create growth opportunities for the global VPX SBC market.