Military Radar Market Trends

Military Radar Market Trends

The military radar industry is evolving through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies. This integration improves data processing and decision-making capabilities, enabling real-time analysis of complex battle scenarios. Lockheed Martin and Finnish radar imaging company Iceye are developing artificial intelligence target recognition technology for Finland's military. The collaboration utilizes Iceye's synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery to develop automated target recognition (ATR) algorithms. These algorithms analyze satellite images to identify objects and targets in all weather conditions and times of day. The technology will support Finland's F-35 tactical aviation program through space-based intelligence and analytics capabilities. The ATR algorithms will be incorporated into mobile intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems.
 

Multi-domain operations (MDO) represent a key development in the military radar market. Modern military strategies require coordinated operations across land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains, with radar systems providing comprehensive situational awareness. These systems integrate with multiple platforms and networks to create a unified defense ecosystem. The U.S. Air Force granted Lockheed Martin a $276 million contract for the ARTS-V3 program to develop the variable aperture digital radar (VADR) system. The system incorporates X-band and C-band radars for aircrew training against advanced threats. The radar systems provide early warning, target acquisition, situational awareness, and integrated air and missile defense capabilities to support U.S. military training requirements.