Electronic warfare patent activity, TTM Jun 2026: Volume down YoY, grant quality at a three-year high

Report Content

Electronic warfare patents fell 10.9% YoY to June 2026, while grant ratio hit a three-year high. Thales leads; C4ISR/weaponry grows.
Classification
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
EW System
SALUTE Report
Size
Not applicable
Activity
Electronic warfare patents fell 10.9% YoY, grant ratio hit a three-year high
Location
Unit
Thales
Time
June 2026
Equipment
electronic warfare patents
Summary

Electronic warfare patents decreased by 10.9% year-over-year as of June 2026, while the grant ratio reached a three-year high. Thales remains the leading company in this field, with growth noted in C4ISR and weaponry sectors.

Key Facts
  • Electronic warfare patents fell 10.9% YoY to June 2026
  • Grant ratio for patents hit a three-year high
  • Thales is the leading company in this sector
  • C4ISR and weaponry sectors are growing