Superplastic Alloys Market size is poised to reach USD 40 billion by the end of 2036, expanding around 12% CAGR during the forecast period, i.e., 2024-2036. In the year 2023, the industry size of superplastic alloys was over USD 17 billion. The major factor to influence the sector growth is the growing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive sector. Lightweight materials possess a lot of potential for enhancing vehicle efficiency since they requires less energy to accelerate a lighter item than a heavy one. A 6%–8% increase in fuel efficiency might be obtained with a 10% decrease in vehicle weight.
Moreover, due to superplastic formation, car manufacturers are able to produce intricate parts made of thin and lightweight materials without having to break the budget. This is done by replaying cast iron and conventional steel components with lightweight alternatives including high-strength steel, magnesium (Mg) alloys, aluminum (Al) alloys, and more. This may instantly decrease a vehicle's body and chassis weight by up to 50%, which in turn lowers fuel consumption. As a result, the superplastic alloys market is rising.
Growth Drivers
Challenges
Base Year |
2023 |
Forecast Year |
2024-2036 |
CAGR |
~12% |
Base Year Market Size (2023) |
~ USD 17 Billion |
Forecast Year Market Size (2036) |
~ USD 40 Billion |
Regional Scope |
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Substrate Material (Aluminum Alloy, Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites, Nickel Based Alloys, Iron Based Alloys, Magnesium Based Alloys, Titanium Alloys)
The aluminum alloy segment is predicted to hold 30% share of the global superplastic alloys market by 2036. The major factor to dominate the segment expansion is rising construction activities. In 2016, there were projected to be 794,431 built-up areas (BUAs) around the world. This figure is expected to rise to about 849,406 people by 2022. Moreover, by 2050, it's anticipated that 2 million new buildings will be built. Hence, the demand for aluminum alloy is also surging since it is used in developing the lining of buildings. Also, these alloys have the best corrosion resistivity properties. As a result, they are most preferred in the construction sector. Moreover, aluminum alloys that have been superplastically formed, or SPF, are capable of being heated to many times their original size without breaking. As a result of their exceptional flexibility, components can be shaped into the desired shape using specialized forming equipment that applies air pressure and/or tool movement.
Superplasticity Mechanism (Microstructural, Dynamic)
The microstructural segment in the superplastic alloys market is poised to garner largest revenue share of about 60% over the forecast period. Microstructural is considered to be the most significant process for the production of superplastic alloy since it could go through deformation at high temperatures. Hence, its application is also growing in the medical sector since it is required to molded in unique shapes and sizes. Further, it has also been rigorously used in manufacturing various consumer electronics which includes wearable devices, smartphones, headphones, and more since these devices need to carry low weight and durability.
Our in-depth analysis of the global superplastic alloys market includes the following segments:
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Superplasticity Mechanism |
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Superplastic Forming Method |
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North American Market Forecast
The superplastic alloys market in North America is projected to account for 40% of the revenue share during the forecast period. The major element to influence the market growth in this region is the rising production of aircraft. According to predictions, there were a greater number of aircraft in the US in 2021 about 204,404 total aircraft were in the general aviation fleet. Additionally, the government in this region is spending heavily on the defense sector which is why the adoption of superplastic alloys is rising. Furthermore, the region is predicted to have a huge number of manufacturers in the aerospace sector which has further led to huge competition among them. As a result, these manufacturers are opting for superplastic alloy it is estimated to offer the most efficient quality to the aerospace.
European Market Analysis
The Europe superplastic alloys market is also poised to have notable growth during the forecast period. This could be owing to rising government initiatives for the adoption of electric vehicle. By 2050, Europe intends to achieve its lofty objective of being climate-neutral. Hence, in the upcoming years, the European Commission is projected to announce numerous new legislative measures in an effort to meet this goal. By the end of this decade, the European Commission expects to see a minimum of about 29 million electric vehicles on the road, a significant increase from the over 2 million EVs that are already on European roads. Moreover, a large number of people have been observed supporting this decision of the EU government. Also, this support has been also observed from the defense industry. For instance, in order to supply power to the electric fleet vehicles of Front-Line Command, the Defence Support organization has opened the first of three hydrogen-fueled charging spots. Hence, this factor is also estimated to boost the demand for superplastic alloys market in this region.
Author Credits: Rajrani Baghel
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