Fiber Optic Sensors Global Market Forecast Service

Fiber Optic Sensors

Global Market Forecast

For each major region, for each year between 2001-2011, this consultant service forecasts the quantity, average price and value of fiber optic sensors. Regions include North America, Europe, and Japan/Pacific Rim. Each regional forecast is segmented by application: Manufacturing, Civil Engineering/Construction, Military/Aerospace, Test & Measurement, Guidance Control/Transportation (non-military), Bio-Med, Telecommunications, Chemical, other, as further detailed in Figure 1. In the competitive analysis chapter, market share of the significant suppliers of fiber optic sensors is presented followed by detailed profiles. The technology trends of the physical methode used to produce a signal that is proportional to the measurands will be detailed in Chapter 5 of this study. Over 100 graphics illustrate the conclusions and analysis.

Fiber optic sensors will continue to play a critical role in various applications. New generations of fiber optic sensors optimized for various performance requirements are being introduced at a rapid pace to keep up with the exponential increase demand.

METHODOLOGY

ElectroniCast Forecasts are based on an analysis and forecast of the basic driving forces: technology, economics and government action. The knowledge and experience of the analysts are critical factors in the final results of the programs. Research techniques include:

• Interviews with fiber optic sensor product providers, optical fiber and related product providers, fiber optic system and equipment designers, advanced photonic researchers, management, marketing and purchasing: in person and by telephone.
• Industry data review: technical publications and conference proceedings; trade association data; governmental statistics; financial reports; product literature and contract awards.
• Input/output trend analysis, relating demand and technology trends to user and supplier industries.
• ElectroniCast databases in supporting research areas. The conclusions of this study are based mainly on primary market research; over 75 interviews of executives who influence future product trends, including:
• Equipment buyers
• Procurement directors
• Network planning managers
• Network design managers
• Standards/specifications committee chair
• Service product development managers
• Vendor fiber optic component marketing managers
• Vendor fiber optic component planning managers
• Standards/specifications group product managers
• Corporate communication managers

CONTINUING COMMITMENT

ElectroniCast is committed to continuing research and forecasting in broadband networks and products, photonics and fiber optics technologies, and their markets, as well as research in related areas. Other related programs include:

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In addition, ElectroniCast performs detailed custom work. Past topics have included: highpower laser diodes; microwave fiber optic components; video transport systems; polymeric fibers; cost estimating model software; OPGW, harsh environment and other specialized fiber optic cables; deep-infrared fibers; fiber optic instruments; cost analyses and audits of telecommunications equipment. Custom program formats include: consulting retainers; market research programs; strategic objective reviews; and competitive analyses.