Global Lethal and Non-lethal Directed Energy Weapons Market 2015-2021

DEWs Product Mapping by Key Manufacturers - Research and Markets

DUBLIN, October 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Lethal and Non-lethal Directed Energy Weapons Market Analysis and Forecast (2015-2021)" report to their offering.

The DEW market is estimated to be at $5.81 billion in 2015.

The high growth of directed energy weapons in the defense industry is majorly attributed to a rise in defense expenditure, evolving nature of warfare, and technological innovations. With the evolution in the field of technology, the nature of warfare conduct has changed dramatically. DEW innovations have emerged as one of the promising ventures as they can effectively manage a wide range of asymmetric challenges as well as have noteworthy effects on future military warfare. Moreover, there are a number of opportunities for DEW in defense and homeland security applications.

This high growth of directed energy weapons market in the defense industry is majorly amongst the various technologies used in the DEW; the high energy laser systems accommodates for the highest share in terms of market value. The technology is being used to perform lethal and non-lethal operations.

Some of the defense prime contractors such as Northrop Grumman, Boeing, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Rheinmetall Defense Electronics are using high energy laser technology to develop DEW. High energy laser weapon system has been observed to be a powerful tool to be used in the battlefield. Hence, it is expected to grow at a faster CAGR in the forecast period.

Key Topics Covered:

1 Research Scope & Methodology

2 Market Dynamics

2.1 Market Drivers

2.1.1 Militarization of Police Forces

2.1.2 Increasing Civil Unrest and Political Disputes

2.1.3 Growing Demand for Laser Weapon System

2.1.4 Low Operational Cost with Flexible Policy Aspects

2.2 Market Challenges

2.2.1 Atmospheric and Propagation Concerns in HEL System

2.2.2 Technical Issues with Laser-based Systems

2.3 Market Opportunities

2.3.1 Increase in Research and Development Activities

2.3.2 Growing Military and Law Enforcement Budget in Emerging Nations

3 Competitive Insights

3.1 Competitive Landscape

3.2 Key Strategies and Developments

3.2.1 Partnerships and Contracts

3.2.2 Product Launches

3.2.3 Mergers and Acquisitions

3.2.4 Other Developments