3D sensors are the sensing devices which are being extensively used in robotics and electronic devices such as 3D scanners augmented reality etc. The global 3D sensors market is expected to rise at a CAGR of 27% during the forecast period 2016-2023. 3D sensors are being extensively used in wide range of applications such as consumer electronics, healthcare, aerospace & defence, industrial robotics, entertainment automotive etc. Recently in March 2017, Apple had announced that 3D sensors based on the structure light technology would be used in IPhone 8 to be used for augmented reality applications.
The key factor driving the growth of global 3D sensor market is the rising demand for 3D-enabled devices in consumer electronics. There is increase in the demand for high quality smartphone 3D cameras by the professional photographers. Another key factor surging the demand for high quality smartphone 3D cameras is the rising number of smartphone users. Furthermore 3D scanners can now be used in smartphones which would allow the users to do all types of calculations on their smartphone itself. Moreover to make 3D scanning more enhanced on the smartphone, inertial sensors can be used to make the scanning process simple, powerful and instinctive. Due to the emergence of various technologies such as HD display, 3D depth sensing, CMOS image sensor, 4k technology, infrared thermal, panoramic etc., there has been increasing advancement in 3D cameras by using advanced electronics components such as microcontrollers, integrated circuits, microprocessors, sensors etc. Also advanced 3D cameras can also be used for gesture recognition, human or object tracking, 3D SLAM, 3D scene reconstruction, and mixed or augmented reality etc. Also there has been increased adoption of 3D glasses which allows the user to watch a movie in 3D vision. It is available in three 3D effects namely anaglyph, polarized and active. Therefore, the rising demand for 3D-enabled devices in consumer electronics is driving the growth of global 3D sensors market.
Source: OBRC Analysis
The report on global 3D sensors market includes type, technology and applications.
Types of 3D sensors include:
- Image Sensors
- Position Sensors
- Acoustic Sensors
- Accelerometer Sensors
- Others
Technologies used in 3D sensors include:
- Stereo Vision
- Structured Light
- Time-Of-Flight
- Ultrasound
The applications of 3D sensors include:
- Consumer Electronics
- Healthcare
- Aerospace & Defense
- Industrial Robotics
- Entertainment
- Automotive
- Others
The report scope is widely categorized on the basis of its type which includes Image Sensors, Position Sensors, Acoustic Sensors and Accelerometer Sensors etc. Moreover, the market revenue estimates and forecast includes technology types.
The global 3D sensors market report has been geographically segmented in:
North America (U.S. & Canada)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, RoAPAC)
Europe (UK, France, Germany, RoE)
Rest of World
Geographically, North America is the largest market region for global 3D sensors market in terms of market revenue share. The key factor driving the market growth in North America is the surging demand for efficient and effective processing of three dimensional (3D) imaging. Moreover the presence of leading market players such as Cognex Corporation, Intel Corporation, OmniVision Technologies Inc. etc. in U.S. has contributed significantly to the market growth in North America. However, Asia Pacific is expected to emerge as the fastest growing market region during the forecast period. This is due to the surging demand for technologically advanced devices. Moreover, there is increased adoption of consumer electronics devices equipped with 3D sensors. The growing entertainment and manufacturing sector in China and India is driving the Asia Pacific 3D sensors market.
Global 3D sensors market report covers segmentation analysis of type, technology and applications. Report further covers segments of types of 3D sensors which include Image Sensors, Position Sensors, Acoustic Sensors, Accelerometer Sensors etc. 3D image sensors are the leading type segment due to its increased adoption to view the data in 3D view and it helps to determine the size of an object. Moreover, 3D image sensors not only capture the 3D image but also obtain the accurate measurement of the object in the three dimensions. Report further covers segments of technology which includes Stereo Vision, Structured Light, Time-Of-Flight, Ultrasound etc. The time of flight is the leading technology segment owing to its flexibility as compared to other technologies. Also this technology provides results with high accuracy and precision with distance and time required to calculate it. The applications of 3D sensors are consumer electronics, healthcare, aerospace & defence, industrial robotics, entertainment automotive etc. 3D sensors are being increasingly adopted for the entertainment purpose. This is due to the surging demand for motion detection, virtual reality and gesture recognition in the gaming industry.
The major market players of the global 3D sensors market are:
- ASUSTEK COMPUTER INC.
- COGNEX CORPORATION
- MICROSOFT CORPORATION
- INTEL CORPORATION
- MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC.
- OTHERS
These companies using various strategies such as merger & acquisition, collaboration, partnership and product launch. Whereas, product and service launch is the key strategy adopted by the companies in the 3D sensors market.
For Example; in 2016, Microchip Technology Inc. had launched its new gesture controller named MGC3030 and MGC3130 which is based on Microchip’s GestIC technology. Furthermore, MGC3130 offers additional feature of position tracking.
In 2016, Cognex Corporation had acquired EnShape GmbH, which is a manufacturer of 3D vision sensors. This acquisition was a part of strategic initiative taken by the company to expand its customer base.
The report covers detailed analysis of companies which comprises overview, SCOT analysis, product portfolio, strategic initiative, strategic analysis, competitive landscape and market share analysis in 3D sensors market.
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Key findings of the global 3D sensors market:
- The key factor driving the growth of global 3D sensors market is the rising demand for 3D-enabled devices in consumer electronics
- North America is the largest market region for global 3D sensors market in terms of market revenue share.
- The time of flight is the leading technology segment owing to its flexibility as compared to other technologies.
- Product and service launch is the key strategy adopted by the companies in the 3D sensors market.