Global Military AI Market

Military AI Market: Insights

The global military AI market is estimated to witness a significant CAGR during the forecast period (2020-2026). Growing recent developments in military AI, advanced analytics, and big data analytics are some of the major factors driving the market growth. The growing demand for information processing and the rising adoption of cloud services by militaries drives the productive growth of the market. Moreover, improving the operational efficiency of autonomous systems also boosts the growth of the market. However, stringent government regulations and concerns associated with military data restrain the growth of the market.

Military AI Market Size: By Application

Based on application, the market is segmented into warfare platform, cybersecurity, logistics & transportation, target recognition, battlefield healthcare, simulation & training, planning & allocation, threat monitoring & situational awareness, and information processing, among others. The information process segment is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. AI is used to process a huge data cache that provides valuable information. Moreover, AI acquires and combines supersets of different sources of information. The information processed is used with machine learning or deep learning tools for further investigation.

Military AI Market Size: By Platform

Based on platform, the market is segmented into naval, land, airborne, and space. The airborne segment is projected to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period. It is further segmented into fighter aircraft & helicopter, transport & cargo aircraft, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Airborne platforms have developed as multi-mission devices designed to carry out different tasks. Such platforms may be used for power & surveillance, air support, bomber, and traffic control, among others and help air forces to analyze the data they collected.

Military AI Market Size: By Offering

Based on offering, the market is segmented into software, hardware, and services. The software segment is expected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period, due to the importance of AI tools in the IT system in preventing security vulnerability incidents. The growing adoption of connected devices, and the rise in demand for cybersecurity solutions using AI are some of the major factors driving the growth of the market.

Military AI Market Size: By Technology

Based on technology, the market is segmented into learning & intelligence, advanced computing, and AI systems. The AI systems segment is expected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. AI systems assist in the handling of day-to-day operations and military personnel training to perform challenging and high-value tasks. Implementation of machine-learning AI systems helps military forces align soldier talent with mission needs and optimize team composition for specific missions. Such programs use algorithms and efficient estimation methods to evaluate the best possible transport route.

Military AI Market Size: By Region

Based on region, the global military AI market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period, due to the need for automated warfare systems, a rise in the number of military modernization programs, and an increase in government funding for research & development activities are some of the factors driving the market growth. Moreover, the growing development of technological advanced AI systems is propelling the market. Furthermore, Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period. The increasing advancements in AI-based weapons in China drive the substantial growth of the market.

Military AI Market Share & Competitor Analysis

Some of the key players operating in the military AI market include: Israel Aerospace Industries, Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, NVIDIA, Northrop Grumman, Thales, Harris Corporation, Soartech, SparkCognition SAIC, IBM, General Dynamics and BAE Systems among others.

Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of companies profiled in the report.

• In June 2020, BAE Systems signed a five year contract to produce multiple types of Vertical Launching System (VLS)
• In April 2019, Thales Group launched its solutions for air traffic control, surveillance and air defense at FAMEX 2019

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