Software Defined Radio (SDR)

Global Software Defined Radio (SDR) Market to Reach US$44.5 Billion by 2030

The global market for Software Defined Radio (SDR) estimated at US$29.6 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$44.5 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Receiver, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.4% CAGR and reach US$7.1 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Transmitter segment is estimated at 5.5% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$15.5 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 10.0% CAGR

The Software Defined Radio (SDR) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$15.5 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$2.0 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 10.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% and 7.4% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 5.6% CAGR.

Global Software Defined Radio (SDR) Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Software Defined Radio (SDR) is a transformative technology in the field of wireless communications, allowing for the flexibility and adaptability of radio systems through software modifications rather than hardware changes. Unlike traditional radios that rely on specific hardware components to perform radio frequency (RF) functions, SDRs use software to process signals, enabling a single hardware platform to support multiple communication standards and protocols. This adaptability is achieved by digitizing the RF signals and using digital signal processors (DSPs) to handle modulation, demodulation, encoding, and decoding. The ability to reconfigure the radio functionality through software updates makes SDRs highly versatile and future-proof, capable of evolving with new standards and technologies without the need for costly hardware upgrades.

The applications of Software Defined Radio span a wide range of industries, from military and defense to commercial telecommunications and research. In the defense sector, SDRs are critical for secure and robust communications, enabling forces to switch between different frequency bands and encryption protocols on-the-fly, which is essential for interoperability and mission success. In the commercial domain, SDRs play a significant role in mobile and wireless networks, facilitating seamless transitions between different cellular generations, such as from 4G to 5G. This technology is also pivotal in the development of cognitive radios, which can intelligently detect and adapt to their RF environment to optimize spectrum usage. Additionally, SDRs are used in scientific research, including radio astronomy and environmental monitoring, where the ability to process a wide range of frequencies with high precision is crucial.

The growth in the Software Defined Radio market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for advanced communication systems and the continuous evolution of wireless standards. The proliferation of IoT devices and the need for efficient spectrum utilization are pushing the adoption of SDRs, as they offer the flexibility to support a multitude of communication protocols within a single device. Technological advancements in DSPs and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) have significantly enhanced the performance and cost-effectiveness of SDRs, making them more accessible to a broader range of applications. Additionally, the rise of software-centric approaches in telecommunications, exemplified by the shift towards network function virtualization (NFV) and software-defined networking (SDN), is further propelling the demand for SDRs. The defense and public safety sectors also continue to invest heavily in SDR technology to ensure reliable and secure communications in diverse and challenging environments. As these trends persist, the SDR market is expected to experience robust growth, driven by the need for adaptable, scalable, and future-proof communication solutions.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Software Defined Radio (SDR) market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Component (Receiver, Transmitter, Other Hardware, Software, Services); Application (Aerospace & Defense, Telecommunication, Public Safety, Commercial, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; USA; Canada; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; UK; Spain; Russia; Rest of Europe; Asia-Pacific; Australia; India; South Korea; Rest of Asia-Pacific; Latin America; Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; Rest of Latin America; Middle East; Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Rest of Middle East; Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 92 Featured) -

• BAE Systems PLC
• Continental AG
• Analog Devices, Inc.
• Collins Aerospace
• Curtiss-Wright Corporation
• Avnet, Inc.
• Aselsan A.S.
• Bharat Electronics Ltd.
• ADLINK Technology, Inc.
• DEVA Broadcast Ltd.
• AeroStream Communications
• Barrett Communications Pty., Ltd.
• Domo Tactical Communications (DTC)
• Carlson Wireless Technologies, Inc.
• ANDRO Computational Solutions

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