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全球卫星太阳能电池材料市场2024-2031Global Satellite Solar Cell Materials Market 2024-2031 |
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概述
全球卫星太阳能电池材料市场2023年达到4,410万美元,预计到2031年将达到1.24亿美元,2024-2031年预测期间复合年增长率为13.8%。
认识到太空探索、通讯和地球观测的战略重要性,各国为卫星计画提供了大量资源。太阳能电池将阳光转化为电能,是卫星系统的重要组成部分,推动了对太阳能电池所用矿物的需求。全球卫星太阳能电池材料产业正在迅速扩张,这在很大程度上得益于全球政府的援助和投资。
根据日本提出的2022年预算,太空预算将超过14亿美元,其中包括H3火箭、工程测试卫星9号和该国资讯收集卫星计画的建造。印度22财年太空活动支出计画预计为18.3亿美元。 2022年,韩国科学与资讯通讯部计画投入6.19亿美元的太空预算,用于生产卫星、火箭和其他关键太空设备。
到2023年,北美预计将成为主导地区,占全球卫星太阳能电池材料市场的35%以上。该市场的成长得益于北美作为太空创新和研究中心的地位,以及世界上最大的航太机构美国太空总署的存在。 2022年,美国政府在太空计画上花费了约620亿美元,成为世界上支出最多的国家。在美国,联邦机构每年从国会获得 323.3 亿美元的资金,称为预算资源,用于其子公司。
动力学
卫星小型化不断进步
卫星设计的改进,如缩小尺寸、提高功率效率和延长任务持续时间,需要使用更有效率、更持久的太阳能电池材料。小型卫星几乎可以以一小部分成本执行典型卫星的所有任务,这使得开发、发射和营运小型卫星星座变得更加可行。
製造商不断寻找能够抵抗太空恶劣条件同时提高能量转换效率的材料。北美的需求主要由美国推动,美国每年生产的小型卫星最多。 2017 年至 2022 年间,北美的几位参与者将 596 颗奈米卫星送入轨道。美国宇航局参与了旨在建造这些卫星的计画。
政府投资增加
政府航太机构继续资助用于科学研究、国家安全、环境监测和救灾的卫星任务。这些计画大大增加了对卫星太阳能电池材料的需求,因为需要太阳能电力来维持卫星在轨道上的运作。英国政府计画投资75亿美元升级武装部队的卫星通讯能力。
2020年7月,英国国防部授予空中巴士防务与航太公司一份价值6.3亿美元的合同,用于建造一颗新的电信卫星,作为提高军事能力的权宜之计。 2022年11月,欧空局建议未来三年增加25%的太空资金,以维持欧洲在地球观测领域的主导地位,加强导航服务,并继续与美国在探索方面合作。 ESA 敦促其 22 个州通过 2023-2025 年约 185 亿欧元的预算。
成本高且材料效率有限
开发和製造用于太空应用的高品质太阳能电池材料需要大量的研发支出。此外,创造满足空间设置严格标准的材料通常需要专门的设施和方法,从而导致製造成本增加。
儘管材料科学取得了进步,但太阳能电池将阳光转化为电能的效率仍然受到限制。此外,太空的极端条件,如辐射暴露、温度波动和微流星体撞击,随着时间的推移可能会损害太阳能电池材料的性能和寿命。这些限制限制了卫星太阳能电池的广泛应用,需要继续研究以提高效率和耐用性。
Overview
Global Satellite Solar Cell Materials Market reached US$ 44.1 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 124.0 million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 13.8% during the forecast period 2024-2031.
Recognizing the strategic importance of space exploration, communication and Earth observation, countries have given significant resources to satellite programs. Solar cells, which convert sunlight into electricity, are essential components of satellite systems, driving up demand for minerals used in solar cells. The global satellite solar cell materials industry is expanding rapidly, owing by large part to government assistance and investments around the globe.
According to Japan's proposed budget for 2022, the space budget would exceed US$ 1.4 billion, which includes the construction of the H3 rocket, Engineering Test Satellite-9 and the country's Information Gathering Satellite program. The estimated spending plan for India's space activities in FY22 was US$ 1.83 billion. In 2022, South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT planned a space budget of US$ 619 million for producing satellites, rockets and other critical space equipment.
In 2023, North America is expected to be the dominant region with over 35% of the global satellite solar cell materials market. The market growth is due to North America's status as the epicenter of space innovation and research, as well as the presence of NASA, the world's largest space agency. In 2022, U.S. government spent about US$ 62 billion on space programs, making it the world's largest spender. In U.S., federal agencies receive funding from Congress of US$ 32.33 billion per year, called budgetary resources, for its subsidiaries.
Dynamics
Rising Advancements for Satellite Miniaturization
Satellite improvements in design like downsizing, increased power efficiency and longer mission durations necessitate the use of more efficient and long-lasting solar cell materials. The capacity of small satellites to perform virtually all of the duties of a typical satellite at a fraction of the cost has made it more feasible to develop, launch and operate small satellite constellations.
Manufacturers are constantly looking for materials that can resist the harsh conditions of space while increasing energy conversion efficiency. The demand in North America is mostly driven by U.S., which produces the most small satellites each year. Between 2017 and 2022, several participants in North America launched 596 nanosatellites into orbit. NASA participates in programs aiming at building these satellites.
Rising Government Investments
Government space agencies continue to fund satellite missions for scientific research, national security, monitoring the environment and disaster relief. The programs greatly increase the need for satellite solar cell materials, as solar electricity is required to maintain satellite operations in orbit. UK government plans to upgrade the armed forces' satellite telecommunication capability by US$ 7.5 billion.
In July 2020, UK Ministry of Defence granted Airbus Defence and Space a contract worth US$ 630 million to build a new telecommunications satellite as a stopgap to improve military capabilities. In November 2022, ESA recommended a 25% increase in space funding for the next three years to preserve Europe's dominance in Earth observation, enhance navigation services and continue to collaborate with U.S. on exploration. ESA urged its 22 states to adopt a budget of approximately EUR 18.5 billion for 2023-2025.
High Costs and Limited Material Efficiency
Developing and fabricating high-quality solar cell materials for space applications necessitates significant R&D spending. Furthermore, the creation of materials that fulfill the demanding standards for space settings frequently necessitates specialized facilities and methods, resulting in increased manufacturing costs.
Despite advances in material science, solar cells' efficiency at converting sunlight into power remains restricted. Furthermore, the extreme conditions of space, like as radiation exposure, temperature fluctuations and micrometeoroid impacts, can damage the performance and longevity of solar cell materials over time. The restrictions restrict the broad implementation of satellite solar cells, requiring continued research to enhance efficiency and durability.
The global satellite solar cell materials market is segmented based on material, orbit, application and region.
Rising Number of Satellite Launches Drives the Segment Growth
Satellite is expected to be the dominant segment with over 30% of the market during the forecast period 2024-2031. The increasing frequency of satellite launches for a variety of purposes, including communication, navigation, earth observation, scientific research and defense, is a major driver of satellite solar cell materials. Each satellite requires solar cells to power its operations, resulting in a steady demand for these components.
Market participants are forging alliances, making acquisitions and merging to enhance their position and extend their products in the market. For example, in May 2023, Arabsat, a global supplier of television and telecommunications satellites, launched its Arabsat Badr-8 with a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S. Badr-8 intends to provide innovative satellite services to customers.
Rising Investments in Space Infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the global satellite solar cell materials market covering over 20% of the market. The market for satellite solar cell materials is expanding rapidly as a result of growing investment in space-based infrastructure. For example, in September 2023, NewSpace India Limited declared a US$ 1.2 billion investment over the following five years. The program aims to increase industry engagement and encourage commercial enterprises in the sector.
The demand for secure and efficient power generation systems to support space-related activities is increasing as governments, private corporations and international organizations invest more in them. Materials used in satellite solar cells, the primary power source for satellites in orbit, will benefit from this advancement. In addition to increasing demand for solar cell materials, funding for space-based infrastructure projects promotes innovation and technological breakthroughs in the solar cell industry.
The major global players in the market include SPECTROLAB, AZUR SPACE Solar Power GmbH, ROCKET LAB USA, Sharp Corporation, CESI S.p.A, Thales Alenia Space, Airbus, MicroLink Devices, Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and Northrop Grumman.
The epidemic showed the significance of resilience and continuity in essential infrastructure, like satellite communication and observation systems. As a result, there may be more investment in satellite technology for applications like remote sensing, telecommunications and disaster management. As governments and corporations emphasize the upgrading of satellite infrastructure, it has the potential to increase long-term demand for satellite solar cells and materials.
The transition to remote work arrangements and travel constraints presented issues for satellite makers and their supply chains. Lack of in-person encounters hampered collaboration and coordination in the design, testing and production of satellite components, particularly solar cells. It caused delays in product development and distribution.
Russia-Ukraine War Impact
Ukraine is a major global source of raw materials like titanium, which is used to make satellite components like solar cells. Any interruption in the supply chain caused by the conflict could result in material shortages or price rises, affecting satellite solar cell manufacture. The dispute might cause geopolitical instability, affecting trade relations and investment decisions.
Satellite production necessitates globally collaboration and supply networks and any geopolitical friction can disrupt these partnerships, influencing the availability and cost of solar cell components. In contrast, the conflict could raise demand for satellite technology for surveillance and communication purposes, particularly for organizations and governments involved in the conflict or attempting to monitor it.
The global satellite solar cell materials market report would provide approximately 62 tables, 56 figures and 182 pages.
Target Audience 2024
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