Space Battery Market Research Report Information by Orbit Type (Br Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), Geosynchronous Orbit (GEO), and Others), by Material (Nickel-Based Battery, Lithium-Based Battery, Silver-Zinc Battery, and Others), by Platform (Communication, Earth Observation, Military Surveillance, Science, Navigation, and Others), by Energy Type (Less than 100 Wh/kg, 100–150 Wh/kg, and More than 150 Wh/kg), by Function (Primary Battery and Secondary Battery), by Application (Satellite, Launch Vehicle, and Others), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America) –Industry Forecast Till 2032
The market for space batteries is anticipated to develop at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7% from USD 289.03 million in 2023 to USD 427.13 million in 2032. Space batteries are used in the aerospace and defense sectors for engine and auxiliary power unit start-up, flight preparation, emergency systems, and power backup. When the power fails, space batteries play a vital role in keeping the aircraft powered. The advantages of aircraft batteries are their durability, dependability, low maintenance costs, low cost of ownership, light weight, and extended lifespan.
Industrial facilities that deal with space might increase operational efficiency by implementing IoT. This is because manufacturers can promptly rectify inefficiencies because to the enhanced insights that the Internet of Things provides. For instance, smart meters with Internet of Things capability can send energy consumption statistics via satellite. This might lead to significant cost savings and ecologically friendly operations. A 20% decrease in energy use may be achieved by implementing the energy-saving recommendations made by IoT data analytics, which analyzes usage.
Insights by market segmentThe market for space batteries is divided into four orbital categories: geosynchronous orbit (GEO), medium earth orbit (MEO), low earth orbit (LEO), and others.
The market is divided into material-based segments, which include batteries made of nickel, lithium, silver-zinc, and other materials.
The market segments particular to each platform are communication, navigation, science, Earth observation, military surveillance, and others.
Based on the type of energy, the market is divided into three segments: less than 100 Wh/kg, 100-150 Wh/kg, and more than 150 Wh/kg.
Primary batteries and secondary batteries are the two functional divisions that make up the space battery market.
The satellite, launch vehicle, and other applications are the segments that make up the space battery market.
Localized Perspectives North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America are all included in the study. Approximately 49.9% of the space battery market in North America was accounted for in 2022. The regional small satellite market is being driven by rising military spending on surveillance missions and increased R&D operations by NASA. For instance, the 109th CubeSat (small satellite) was launched from the International Space Station by the NASA CubeSat Launch Initiative in July 2020. North American demand for space batteries is driven by the small satellite industry's growing need and new product releases. The US government is actively investing in cutting-edge small satellite technology to increase the effectiveness and quality of satellite communication.
In the upcoming years, the space battery sector in Europe will see a rise in the need for microsatellites from defense forces and commercial entities. Small satellite development has been made easier by the decreasing cost of electronic components, especially in Europe's commercial sector. Budgetary constraints have also prompted many companies and governments to choose inexpensive small satellite systems, which has increased demand for space batteries in Europe. Being the first nation in Europe to send small satellites into orbit, the UK has attracted creative businesses from around the globe, sped up the creation of new technology, and produced hundreds of highly skilled jobs nationwide.
Key PlayersSome of the leading companies in the market are Lyten, Inc., AAC Clyde Space, Berlin Space Technologies GmbH, C.E. Technology, Saft Groupe SA, Eagle-Picher Technologies LLC, GS Yuasa Corporation, EnerSys, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Redwire Corporation, Space Vector Organization, Hitachi Zosen, and Arotech Corporation Industries Corporation.