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市場調查報告書
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1708090
軍用與航空航太光纖市場:現況分析與預測(2024-2032)Military and Aerospace Fiber Optics Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2024-2032) |
預計軍事和航空航天光纖市場規模在預測期內將實現 9.54% 的強勁成長率。
國防預算的增加、軍事基礎設施的現代化以及無人系統的出現正在推動市場成長。網路中心戰和戰場即時資料傳輸的需求也推動了這項需求。此外,航空航太領域擴大採用光纖技術來提高性能、減輕重量並滿足未來飛機和衛星的永續發展目標。預計到 2032 年,全球市場將進一步擴大,這得益於多芯光纖和光子積體電路等光纖技術的進步,以及世界各地對太空探索和國防現代化計畫的投資不斷增加。
根據類型,單模光纖預計將在 2023 年佔據領先地位,並在整個預測期內保持其主導地位。由於單模光纖在長距離通訊中性能優異、頻寬能力高、訊號衰減較少,因此比多模光纖更受青睞。它的特性在軍事和航空應用中尤其受到重視,因為可靠性、精確度和長距離資料傳輸至關重要。單模光纖具有較小的纖芯,設計為僅允許一種光模式通過,與多模光纖相比,這大大降低了長距離資料傳輸品質下降的可能性。此外,軍事和航空航天作業對更高頻寬和更長距離通訊的需求日益增長,推動了單模光纖的採用。這些光纖能夠實現監視、雷達系統和軍事行動中使用的安全通訊鏈路等先進應用所需的高速資料傳輸。此外,其長距離訊號損耗低,使其成為大規模網路的經濟高效的解決方案。
在應用方面,通訊系統領域繼續佔據主導地位,因為它在確保現代國防和航空航天平台的安全、快速和可靠的資料傳輸方面發揮著至關重要的作用。對無人系統(尤其是無人機和無人駕駛飛行器)的依賴日益增加,以及網路中心戰的趨勢,正在推動對下一代光纖通訊系統的需求。同樣,光纖對於衛星通訊系統至關重要,可以提供進行軍事行動和在全球範圍內收集情報所需的高頻寬、低延遲資料傳輸。此外,電子戰 (EW) 的進步使得在惡劣環境中建立安全通訊網路的需求成為可能,從而進一步推動了光纖的採用。與傳統銅纜不同,光纖幾乎不可能被攔截,而且抗干擾,非常適合保護軍事通訊。美國國防部(DoD)也大力投資開發光纖網絡,以使全球通訊基礎設施更具彈性和安全性。
本報告調查了全球軍事和航空航太光纖市場,並提供了市場概況、影響市場成長的各種因素分析、市場規模趨勢和預測、各個細分市場和地區的詳細分析、競爭格局以及主要公司的概況。
The Military and Aerospace Fiber Optics Market is witnessing a robust growth rate of 9.54% within the forecast period (2024-2032). In defense and aerospace, the term military fiber optic products and technologies refers to the advanced optical fiber technology used for high-speed data transmission, communication, sensing, and navigation in defense and aerospace. High speed, low latency, electromagnetic interference immunity, and lightweight constitute the improved performance attributed to these systems, thereby making them critical applications in aircraft, satellites, missiles, and battlefield communication systems. Increased defense budgets, military infrastructure modernization, and the emergence of unmanned systems drive the market. Network-centric warfare and the requirement for real-time data transmission in theater operations are some of the contributing factors to the demand. Moreover, the aerospace domain is increasingly taking onboard fiber optics for their future aircraft and satellites to enhance performance and reduce weight while meeting sustainability goals. Advancements in fiber optic technology such as multi-core fibers and photonic integrated circuits along with increased investment in space exploration and defense modernization programs worldwide are expected to expand the global market further by 2032. This makes it evident that fiber optics will increasingly become a means to satisfy future requirements in military and aerospace applications.
Based on type, the military and aerospace fiber optics market are segmented into Single-Mode and Multi-Mode. In 2023, the single-mode fiber optics market dominated and is expected to maintain its leading position throughout the forecast period. Due to superior performance in long-distance telecommunications, bandwidth capabilities, and attenuation of the signal strength, single-mode fiber optics are preferred over multi-mode fibers. Characteristics preferred for military and aerospace applications, where reliability, precision, and long-range data transmission are important. Single-mode fibers are favored due to their ability to transmit data over long distances with minimal signal loss. Thus, they are the most suitable for critical military and aerospace applications where reliability and performance of communication are paramount. Single-mode fibers are built with a small core that gives room for only one mode of light to travel through it, thus greatly minimizing the chances for data to degrade for long-distance transmission compared to multi-mode fibers. Single-mode fibers have been further favored because of the increasing need for high-bandwidth, long-reach communications in military and aerospace operations. These fibers allow high-speed data transfer necessary for advanced applications such as surveillance, radar systems, and secure communication lines employed in military operations. Single-mode fibers also become a cost-effective solution for large networks because of their attribute of low signal loss over long distances.
Based on application, the military and aerospace fiber optics market is segmented into Communication Systems, Avionics, Weapon Systems, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare, and Others. The communication systems segment continues to dominate the military and aerospace fiber optics market due to its critical role in ensuring secure, high-speed, and reliable data transmission across modern defense and aerospace platforms. The increased reliance on these unmanned systems, including drones and UAVs, with the growing tendency toward network-centric warfare, has made the demand for next-generation fiber-optic communication systems rise. The backbone, for instance, relies on fiber optics for having the communications infrastructure on the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, which relays continuous data link exchange between onboard avionics systems, sensors, and command centers. In the same way, in satellite communication systems, fiber optics ensure high-bandwidth and low-latency data transfer needed to conduct military operations and gathering of intelligence on a worldwide scale. The adoption of fiber optics is also supported by the rise of electronic warfare (EW) which requires secure communication networks in contested environments. Unlike conventional copper cables, fiber optics offer a means of communication that is practically non-interceptable and jam-proof, thereby making them a good candidate for providing secure military communications. Heavy investments in the development of fiber optic networks by the U.S. Department of Defense have been made to enhance the resilience and security of its global communication infrastructure.
Based on end users, the military and aerospace fiber optics market is segmented into Commercial, Military, Space, and Others. The military category remains the top segment in the military and aerospace fiber optics market. This segment is primarily driven by the increasing need for secure and high-performance routes of communications and data transfer in military operations. Fiber optics guarantee reliability, speed, and security for communication networks, electronic warfare, radar systems, and weapon system operations. Fiber optics technology has become adopted owing to the military sector's dependence on real-time data transmission for tactical operation, surveillance, and control systems. Fiber optics present an advantage with their low signal attenuation, electromagnetic interference immunity, and high bandwidth, which may be used for the military in diverse and arduous terrains. Therefore, fiber optics become the preferred choice for secure long-distance military communication under conditions that demand high data integrity. Also, the demand for the fiber optics segment in the military should grow due to increasing spending on advanced military infrastructure such as unmanned vehicles, military satellites, and secure communication lines.
For a better understanding of the market of the military and aerospace fiber optics market, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in countries such as North America (The US, Canada, and Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, The UK, France, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Rest of World. The North America region remains the largest market for military and aerospace fiber optics due to several factors such as the advanced defense industry, substantial military budget, and increasing adoption of autonomous weaponry. Fiber-optic technology has inherent advantages in the defense sector due to a well-established technological infrastructure and continuous innovation sustained in North America. Some of the largest defense manufacturers in the world, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman are investing in fiber optics heavily into integrating it into their military and aerospace programs. These companies depend on fiber optics for applications like high-speed data transmission, secure communication, and real-time monitoring systems of great significance. Additionally, next-generation technologies in the defense sector such as hypersonic weapons, advanced fighter jets, and cyber-defense systems, all of which are dependent on fiber optics that support enhancement-low signal loss and immunity to electromagnetic interference, thus providing for valid communication inside that are secure and high-performance in nature. This communication is required to make and maintain operational efficiency in modern warfare. The growing demand for fiber optics due to the imminent proliferation of autonomous weapon systems and UAVs as part of military operations has further propelled the market growth. Furthermore, the continued setting up of 5G and communication infrastructure in its military environments and, the adoption of fiber supported an important fast-track avenue for data transmission with security characteristics equally applicable to civil-aerospace use has secured the market growth positively.
Some of the major players operating in the market include Amphenol Aerospace, Prysmian Group, Collins Aerospace, AFL, Nexans, Optical Cable Corporation, W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., Corning Incorporated, TE Connectivity, and Timbercon, Inc.