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Thematic Analysis
3D Printing in Aerospace and Defense – Thematic Intelligence
3D Printing in Aerospace and Defense Thematic Report Overview The 3D printing industry has made its mark on the manufacturing world and become an essential part of the defense industrial supply chain. The software segment of the industry will deliver the fastest growth as companies prioritize adopting workflow automation tools. This is because automation enables companies to reduce the time and cost of the production cycle, facilitating 3D printing’s transition into mass manufacturing. This growth reflects the potential and hope...
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Thematic Analysis
Electric Vehicles in Defense – Thematic Intelligence
Electric Vehicles in Defense Thematic Report Overview The growth of electric vehicles (EVs) in the consumer automotive market over the past decade has accelerated interest from the defense sector regarding potential benefits and commercial opportunities provided by battery electric vehicles and hybridized vehicle designs. As the pressure for military modernization encounters increasingly pressing environmental sustainability objectives, military and defense industry officials are highlighting the geostrategic benefits of electrification in land vehicle fleets. Moreover, government agencies are increasingly collaborating with companies...
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Thematic Analysis
Counter-Drone Technologies – Thematic Intelligence
Explore trends and insights from the following data in our ‘Counter-Drone Technologies’ thematic report: Key challenges that Defence forces and sector suppliers face. Details on investment opportunities for armed forces, suppliers, and institutional investors, across the whole counter-drone value chain. Highlights from different counter-drone technology-related research and development programs that are currently being undertaken by various military organizations and defense companies. Studies of emerging technological trends and their broader impact on the defense market. Analysis of the various C-UAS platforms,...
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Thematic Analysis
Internet of Things (IoT) in Defense – Thematic Intelligence
Internet of Things (IoT) in Defense Thematic Report Overview The applications of IoT in defense are wide-ranging and include health monitoring, augmented reality (AR) remote training, gaining situational awareness using drones, vehicle management, target recognition, and many more. For instance, smart sensors can be used on military equipment to give data on their health and whether maintenance is needed. This helps reduce operating costs and downtime for military equipment as the sensor can predict when a breakdown is imminent. However,...
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Thematic Analysis
Hypersonic Technologies – Thematic Intelligence
Hypersonic Technologies Theme Analysis Report Overview The increasing multi-polarity (and certainly the war in Ukraine) has driven intense investment by countries such as Russia, China, and the US in hypersonic technologies. These countries are all testing hypersonic technology, generating fears of escalating global competition for weaponry that has the potential to render current defenses inadequate. For instance, Russia’s use of hypersonic missiles in Ukraine has been confirmed, representing the first combat use of these weapons, and Ukraine has claimed the...
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Thematic Analysis
Missile Defense – Thematic Intelligence
Missile Defense Report Overview The balance of strategic power provided by missiles and missile defense capabilities has come into renewed focus in recent years, as the return of high-intensity warfare in Europe and the rise of great power competition in the Asia-Pacific region drive concerns for global security. Nations are also collaborating in this field through treaties, security arrangements, and joint operations, providing greater opportunities for both primes and contractors within the missile defense supply chain to grow their market...
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Thematic Analysis
Space Systems in Aerospace and Defense – Thematic Intelligence
Space Systems in Aerospace and Defense Thematic Report Overview The space industry was once dominated by the major primes in the aerospace industry. However, since the beginning of the 21st century, small and medium enterprises along with technological innovations have proliferated activity in space and driven down the cost of launching to orbit, which has always been the single largest barrier to entry. The benefits that satellites bring to command and control, situational awareness, and precision guidance are crucial to...
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Thematic Analysis
Space Economy – Thematic Intelligence
Space Economy Report Overview Space is no longer the sole domain of governments and incumbent aerospace and defense companies. Technological advances in manufacturing, propulsion, and the launch of rockets have made it much easier and less expensive to venture into space. Those businesses that pursued emerging opportunities have gained a first-mover advantage. For instance, SpaceX was the first private company to launch a spacecraft into orbit and return it safely to Earth-. The Space Economy thematic report provides an overview...
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Thematic Analysis
Hydrogen Aircraft – Thematic Intelligence
Hydrogen Aircraft Market Analysis Overview Hydrogen aircraft offer sustainable alternatives for air travel. Hydrogen has significant potential as it can be produced in a way that is carbon-free and when used as a fuel only produces water – making it appealing for states and companies attempting to reduce their climate impact. However, the development of the aircraft faces major challenges in terms of technology as well as infrastructure. Advancements need to be made to facilitate the use of hydrogen in...
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Thematic Analysis
Soldier Modernization – Thematic Research
Soldier Modernization Thematic Report Overview As concerns over the outbreak of a near-peer conflict were realized following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, the nature of this conflict has validated the focus of many armies worldwide on modernizing the capabilities of the modern infantry soldier to maximize their effectiveness on an increasingly networked, digitized, and unconventional battlespace. As demonstrated by hostilities in Ukraine, soldiers equipped with a convoluted mix of equipment—including legacy anti-vehicular weapons systems coupled with commercial-of-the-shelf...