Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Market Trends

Synthetic Aperture Radar Market Trends

The increasing use of SAR in the defense & military industry is due to the unique capabilities it provides including good situational awareness, day & night operations, comprehensive coverage, target acquisition & tracking, easy operation, and integration with co-integrated ISR systems. These factors have increased the importance of SAR in critical operations, threats, and decision-making in defense & military. In addition, applications such as fire control (missile or weapon), precision control, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and air & space operations are expected to witness high adoption of ground-based systems. Furthermore, advancements in SAR technology have resulted in better performance, high-resolution images, and lower costs. The availability of compact and affordable SAR platforms, such as small satellites & Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), has facilitated the use of SAR in defense & military applications. Technological advancements and cost reduction make it possible to use SAR in defense &military operations.