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Market Research Report

Sensors

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Published 2008/05 Content info Pages: 1577
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Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

  • Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
  • Disclaimers
  • Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
  • Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
  • Product Definitions and Scope of Study
  • A. Product Segments
    • Pressure Sensors
    • Chemical/Gas Sensors
    • Flow Sensors
    • Level Sensors
    • Temperature Sensors
    • Proximity and Displacement Sensors
    • Force and Load Sensors
    • Position Sensors
    • Image Sensors
    • Fiber Optic Sensors
    • Miscellaneous Sensors
  • B. End-Use Segments

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. An Introduction to Sensor Market

  • Sensing - A Multi-Billion Dollar Market
  • Regional Market Analysis
  • A Promising Electronic Sub-Sector
  • Sensor Market Segments and the Measured Technology
  • Emerging Sensor Technologies and Applications
  • Growth Factors
  • Innovations, Rapid Delivery Shape Success Stories
  • Sensing the Demand Pattern
  • Price Pressure on Sensor Manufacturers to Persist
  • E-Commerce and Sensors
  • Innovative Classes of Sensors
  • Bi or Mono - Panoply of Applications

2. Market Analysis - By Product Segment

  • Pressure Sensors
  • Market Analysis
  • Market Trends
  • New Technologies Drive Market Growth
  • Life Sciences and Automotive Industries Among Top End- Users
  • Micromachine Pressure Sensors - Potential High Growth Segment
  • Chemical Sensors
  • Market Analysis
  • Factors Affecting Market Growth
  • Technology Advancements
  • Fiber Optic Technology
  • Microprocessor Technology
  • Technological Challenges Faced by the Industry
  • Biosensors
  • Recent Technology Developments
  • Market Restraints
  • Outlook
  • Flow Sensors
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Market Drivers
  • A Strategic Insight
  • Customer Service and Specialization - A Winning Strategy
  • Market Trends
  • Conventional Technologies Losing Share to Modern Technologies
  • Towards Better Flow Sensors
  • Level Sensors
  • Market Analysis
  • Table 1: Global Level Sensors Market (2005 & 2008): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Product Type - Magnetostrictive, Tuning Fork, Hydro-static, Capacitance, Conductivity, Ultrasonic, Radar Microwave, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Factors Affecting Level Sensors
  • Technological Advancements
  • Non-Contact Level Sensors - Potential High Growth Segment
  • Key Technologies in the Level Sensors Market
  • Temperature Sensors
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Key Drivers
  • Outlook
  • Trends in the IR-Industry
  • Affordability - The New Growth Mantra in IR Sensors Market
  • Compact - The Way to Go
  • Gaining New Shapes
  • Proximity and Displacement Sensors
  • Market Potential
  • North American Proximity Sensors Market
  • Table 2: North American Market for Proximity Sensors (2006): Percentage Share Breakdown of Key Players - TURCK Inc, IFM Efector Inc, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Competition
  • Automation Rolls in New Opportunities
  • Photoelectric Technology Gaining Pace
  • Outlook
  • Table 3: World Market for Photonic Sensors (2009): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Type - Photonic Chemical Sensors, Fiber Optic Point & Distributive Sensors, and Photonic Biomedical Sensors (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Force and Load Sensors
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Position Sensors
  • Market Overview
  • Non-Contact Technology Advancements Drive Growth
  • Image Sensors
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Global Image Sensors Market
  • Table 4: Global Image Sensors Market (2007 & 2010): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by End-Use Markets - Camera Phones, Digital Still Camera & Video Camcorders, PC Cameras, Security Devices, Medical & Scientific, Automotive, and Others (includes corresponding graph/chart)
  • Table 5: Leading Players in Worldwide CMOS Image Sensors Market (2004 & 2005): Percentage Breakdown by Annual Sales for OmniVision, Micron, STMicro, Toshiba, Sharp and Others (includes corresponding graph/chart)
  • Fiber Optic Sensors
  • Market Analysis
  • Biosensor/Bioelectronics
  • Table 6: World Market for Biosensor/Bioelectronics (2004 & 2009): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Segment
  • Table 7: World Market for Biosensor/Bioelectronics (2004 & 2009): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by End-Use Market

3. End Use Analysis

  • I. Automobile Industry
    • Market Analysis
    • Penetration Status of Automotive Sensors
    • Applications by Sensor Type
    • Pressure Sensors
    • Temperature Sensors
    • Position Sensors
    • Force and Load Sensors
    • Packaging: A Necessary Component in Sensor Costs
    • II. Process and Manufacturing Industries
    • Market Analysis
    • Applications by Sensor Type
    • Pressure Sensors
    • Chemical Sensors
    • Biosensors
    • Flow Sensors
    • Temperature Sensors
    • Proximity and Displacement Sensors
    • Position Sensors
    • Factor Affecting Market Performance
    • III. Machine Tools and General Machinery
    • Market Analysis
    • Position Sensors in General Machinery
    • IV. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
    • Market Analysis
    • HVAC-A Potential Market for Temperature Sensor
  • V. Office Automation and Communication
    • Market Analysis
    • Sensors Esteemed in Office Automation and Communication Industry
    • VI. Other Applications
    • Market Analysis
    • Sensors in Other Applications
    • Pollution Control
    • Medical Applications
    • Environmental Applications
    • Other Miscellaneous/Niche Applications
    • i. Avionics
    • ii. Meteorology
    • End-Use Applications of Various Sensors
    • A. Application Markets for Pressure Sensors
    • B. Application Markets for Chemical Sensors
    • C. Application Markets for Flow Sensors
    • D. Application Markets for Flow Sensors
    • E. Application Market for Position Sensors

4. Industry Overview

  • Opportunities
  • Entry Barriers
  • Legislative Pressures to Drive Growth in Key Market Segments
  • Improper Legislation Restraining Markets for Emerging Applications
  • Industry Consolidation
  • Need for Consolidation

5. A Strategic Insight

  • Strategies Vary Across End-Use Industries
  • Competitive Factors
  • Competitive Focus on Specific Geographic Regions
  • Developing Economies - Potential Overrules Risk Elements in Investment
  • Distribution Plays a Pivotal Role
  • A Few Strategies to Excel in Sensor Market
  • E-Commerce and Sensor Distribution

6. Market Trends

  • Modularization - Trend of the Day
  • Emerging Economies - Exotic Markets to be in
  • Impact of Exogenous Factors
  • Proliferation of Pressure Sensors
  • Microprocessor-based Smart Versions Replace Conventional Ones
  • Silicon Sensors Open New Avenues
  • Emerging Applications Fuel Rapid Growth
  • Developments in Related Fields Increase Sensor Applications
  • Low-Cost Sensors Win Over Industrial Consumers
  • CMOS and CCD to Develop Separate Niche
  • Consumer Market - The Next Big Application Arena
  • Remote Sensing - Expanding Applications
  • On-line Sensing of Food & Drink - Benefits Coax Higher Adoption
  • It Pays to be a Sensor Supplier for Automobile Industry
  • Increasing Penetration of Non-Contact Technologies
  • Sensors Reduce Construction Accidents
  • Trends in Temperature Sensors Market
  • Multitude of Factors Spurring Electronic Sensor Sales
  • Nanosensors- An Unexplored Segment

7. Business Trends

  • Vertical Integration - A Paradigm Shift
  • Prospects Brighten Up in Defense Applications
  • Stringent Entry Regulations in Japanese Market
  • Wireless Sensors Revolutionize Applications
  • Examples Galore
  • Obstacles in Adoption
  • Benefits at a Price

8. Technology Trends/Developments

  • US Inventors Develop Thin Film Pressure Sensor
  • US Researchers Invent Self-Encoding Fiber-Optic Sensor
  • US Scientists Develop Sensors From Carbon Nanotubes
  • Ohio based Inventor Devises Force Sensor
  • Michigan Scientists Design Fuel Level Sensor
  • US Researchers Invent Proximity Sensor
  • US Inventors Design Proximity Sensor Systems
  • US Inventor Designs Proximity Sensor for Brake System
  • Japanese Researchers Design Temperature Sensor
  • France based Researchers Develop Temperature Sensor
  • Danish Researchers Invent Position Sensor
  • Plug-and-Play Sensors - Technological Conduits
  • Nano Sized Products Promise to Revolutionize Sensors' Applications
  • Specialized Sensor Technologies

9. Product Analysis

  • Classification of Sensors
  • I. Pressure Sensors
    • Types of Pressure Sensors
    • i) Absolute Sensors
    • ii) Gage Pressure Sensors
    • iii) Piezoresistive Sensors
    • iv) Capacitive Pressure Sensors
    • v) Optical Pressure Sensors
    • II. Chemical/Gas Sensors
    • Types of Chemical Sensors
    • i) Gas Sensors
    • Carbon Monoxide (CO) Sensors and Oxygen (O2) Sensors
    • Different Classes of Gas Sensors
    • a) Catalytic Gas Sensors
    • b) Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) Gas Sensors
    • c) Infrared Sensors
    • d) Electrochemical Gas Sensors
    • Types of Electrochemical Gas Sensors
    • 1. Fuel Cell Sensors
    • 2. Galvanic Electrochemical Sensors
    • 3. Thermal Conductivity (TC) Sensors
    • 4. Diode Laser Based Sensors
    • Volatile Organic Compound Sensors
    • Biosensors- A Sub-Class of Chemical Sensors
    • Types of Biosensors
    • a) Potentiometric Biosensors
    • b) Amperometric Biosensors
    • c) Optical Biosensors
    • d) Other Physicochemical Sensors
    • III. Flow Sensors
    • Types of Flow Sensors
    • i) Magnetic Flow Sensors
    • ii) Mass Flow Sensors
    • iii) Vortex Flow Sensors
    • iv) Ultrasonic Flow Sensors
    • IV. Level Sensors
    • Types of Level Sensors
    • i) Point Level Sensors
    • Types of Point Level Sensors
    • ii) Continuous Level Sensors
    • Types of Continuous Level Sensors
    • a) Ultrasonic Level Sensors
    • b) Nuclear Level Sensors
    • c) Radar/Microwave Level Sensors
  • V. Temperature Sensors
    • Types of Temperature Sensors
    • i) Thermocouple Temperature Sensors
    • ii) Thermistor Temperature Sensors
    • iii) Resistance Temperature Detectors
    • iv) Infrared Pyrometer Sensors
    • v) Acoustic Temperature Sensors
    • vi) Other Types of Temperature Sensors
    • VI. Proximity and Displacement Sensors
    • Types of Proximity and Displacement sensors
    • i) Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors
    • ii) Capacitive Proximity Sensors
    • iii) Photoelectric Sensors
    • iv) Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors
    • VII. Force and Load Sensors
    • Types of Force and Load Sensors
    • i) Force Sensors
    • ii) Accelerometers
    • VIII. Position Sensors
    • Types of Position Sensors and their Applications
    • i) Mirror Position sensor
    • ii) Exhaust Gas Recirculation/EGR Valve Position sensors
    • iii) Precision Potentiometer
    • iv) Linear Variable Differential Transformer (LVDT) position sensor
    • v) Magnetic Field Sensors
    • vi) Magnetostrictive Position Sensors
    • vii) Position-compensation Sensors
    • viii) Optical Position Sensors
    • IX. Image Sensors
    • Types of Image Sensors
    • i) CMOS Image Sensors
    • ii) CCD Image Sensors
  • X. Fiber Optic Sensors
    • Types of Fiber Optic Cables
    • a) Glass Fibers
    • b) Plastic Fibers
    • Benefits
    • XI. Miscellaneous Sensors
    • Types of Sensors
    • i) Humidity Sensors
    • ii) Magnetic Sensors
    • iii) Motion Sensors
    • iv) Navigational Sensors
    • v) Ultrasonic Sensors
    • vi) Squid Sensors
    • vii) Film Sensors

10. Technology Analysis

  • Sensor Technologies - An Introduction
  • Technology Snapshots
  • Sensor Technology - The Market Stature
  • Demand Drivers for New Technologies
  • Restraints for Commercialization of New Sensor Technologies
  • Advanced Technologies Involved in Sensors Market

1. Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)

  • Market Overview
  • MEMS- The 21st Century Technology
  • End-Use Applications
  • a. Automotive
  • Global Automotive MEMS Sensors Market
  • Table 8: Global Market for Automotive MEMS Sensors (2006 & 2011): Breakdown of Revenues by Type - Pressure Sensors, Gyroscopes, Accelerometers, and Flow Sensors (In US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Safety System Applications
  • Engine/Drive Train
  • Vehicle Diagnostics/Monitoring
  • Safety Application Opportunities of MEMS/MST in Automobiles
  • 1. Antilock Braking/Vehicle Dynamics/ Suspension
  • 2. Airbag Actuation
  • 3. Seat Occupancy / Passenger Position
  • 4. Seatbelt Tensioner
  • 5. Object Avoidance
  • 6. Navigation
  • 7. Road Condition
  • Comfort, Convenience and Security Application Opportunities of MEMS/MST in Automobiles
  • 1. Seat Control
  • 2. Climate
  • 3. Compressor Control
  • 4. Security
  • MEMS/MST Application Opportunities in Automotive Engine/Drivetrain Systems
  • 1. Digital Engine Control
  • MEMS/MST Application Opportunities in Vehicle Diagnostic/Monitoring Systems
  • 1. Coolant System
  • 2. Brake System
  • 3. Transmission Fluid
  • 4. Fuel System
  • 5. Vehicle Speed
  • b. Medical Applications
  • c. Industrial Applications
  • d. Information Technology Applications
  • e. Military and Aerospace Applications

2. Fiber Optic Technology

  • The Market Stature
  • End-Use Applications

3. Semiconductive Sensors

  • Charge-Coupled Device
  • Market Overview
  • Manufacturing Aspects Related to CCD Technology
  • End-Use Applications

4. Magnetic Sensors

  • Market Stature
  • End-Use Applications

5. Electromechanical Sensor Technology

  • End-use Applications
  • Automobiles

6. Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor

Sensors
  • Advantage of CMOS over CCD
  • Market Overview

7. Chemical Sensors Technology

  • Historical Overview
  • End-Use Applications
  • Biosensors
  • Smart Sensors

11. Recent Industry Activity

  • Atmel to Take Over Quantum Research Group
  • CTS Corporation Acquires Tusonix
  • GE Security and Schiphol to Improve Security Jointly
  • Goodrich Receives Contract from US Naval Research Lab
  • Gyration Employs Acceleration Sensors from TMicroelectronics
  • Lockheed Martin Opts for Goodrich Air Data System
  • Silicon Microstructures Supplies Pressure Sensors to OMRON Healthcare
  • OmniVision Produces 3 MegaPixel System-On-A-Chip Sensor
  • Continental Automotive Produces Infrared Sensors for Volvo
  • Hella Develops Sensors for Audi
  • TT electronics to Provide Sensors for Tata Nano
  • Matsushita Electric to be Renamed as Panasonic Corporation
  • Panasonic to Expand Image Sensor Production
  • CTS Corporation Acquires Alpha Ceramics
  • Sensata Acquires Airpax Holdings
  • Continental Acquires Siemens VDO
  • Infineon Produces iGMR Sensor
  • TT electronics Acquires New Technology Patents
  • Continental Acquires Motorola' s Automotive Electronics Business
  • Teledyne Acquires Rockwell Scientific
  • Micron Boosts Image Sensor Business with Acquisition of Avago
  • TI Divests Sensors & Controls Business to Create Sensata Technologies
  • Quixote Transportation Acquires Mobile Temperature Sensor from CPI
  • Bourns Acquires SSI Automotive Controls Business
  • Spectrum Control Acquires Temperature Sensors Manufacturer
  • Nagano Keiki Takes Over Ashcroft Holdings
  • Itron Acquires Flow Metrix
  • Argon to Acquire SDRC for $41M
  • Symyx Technologies Offers Sensor for Commercial Vehicle Market
  • Hella Partner Omnivision to Develop Rearview Camera Products
  • Silicon Microstructures Starts up Sensor Production at 6-inch Fab Line
  • Lear, Transense Team Up For Tyre Pressure Sensors
  • Micron Technology Acquires ZiLOG Facility
  • DALSA Wins $5.8M Image Sensor Supply Contracts
  • DALSA Supplies CMOS Image Sensors to Dental X-ray OEM
  • DALSA Bag Contracts For CCD Image Sensor Chips
  • FISO Technologies Supplies Sensor Products to Schlumberger
  • Bosch Sensortec Sign Distribution Agreements for Sensor Products
  • NGK Spark Plug Plans Capacity Expansion
  • E2v Technologies Acquires Atmel for over $140M
  • CTS Begins Operation at Czech Republic Plant
  • Honeywell Acquires City Technology, SensoriC
  • Saab Acquires Ericsson Microwave
  • Tower Semiconductor, SuperPix Ally for Image Sensors
  • Tower Semiconductor Supplies CMOS technology to Panasonic
  • Tower Semiconductor Sign $10M Deal with Biomorphic

12. Strategic Corporate Developments

in the Recent Past
  • Honeywell Acquires Lebow
  • Schneider Electric Takes Over BEI Technologies
  • Siemens Acquires RVSI Acuity CiMatrix
  • Siemens Pockets AEC' s Automotive Sensors Business
  • Applied Signal Technology Secures Dynamics Technology for $30M
  • Eastman Kodak Company Forge Alliance With TSMC, IBM
  • DRS Technologies Develops Sensors for Improved Weather Forecasting
  • Hanson Secure Funds for Developing Chemical Sensors
  • ISSYS, WSU Obtains Grant For Wireless Pressure Sensors
  • Atmel Partners Tower for CMOS Technology Development
  • Cypress Takes Over SMaL Camera Technologies
  • AMI Semiconductor Adds Flextronics' Imaging Sensors to Portfolio
  • Prime Photonics Obtains Contract from DoE
  • Dalsa Obtains Image Sensor Supply Contract from Asia
  • Dalsa Gets $5.1M Contract from IDC
  • Dalsa, Philips Enter Technology License Agreement
  • Valeo Acquires JCI' s Engine Electronics Business
  • City Technology Bags Contract From Chinese Coal Mines
  • China Automotive Systems, 3S Form Sensor JV
  • DALSA Corporation Acquires Coreco Inc
  • CTS Corporation Acquires SMTEK International, Inc
  • Honeywell Acquires Zellweger Analytics
  • MSI Sensors Completes Acquisition of Humirel
  • Gems Sensors Inc Buys Venture Measurement Company, LLC
  • Analog Devices Teams with TCL Mobile to Set Up Wireless Development Laboratory
  • Melexis N.V Acquires Sentron AG
  • Abbott Laboratories Acquires i-Stat
  • GE Industrial Systems Acquires SI Pressure Instruments
  • TT electronics Buys Optek Technology Inc
  • Gems Sensors Acquires Pressure Devices Inc
  • White Electronic Designs Corp. Acquires IDS
  • Sick AG Acquires Max Stegmann GmbH
  • Blackstone Group Acquires TRW Automotive
  • SensoNor ASA to Supply Sensors for General Motors Vehicles
  • CorrOcean ASA Wins Contract from FMC Technologies Inc
  • CorrOcean ASA Bags Contract from Cameron GmbH
  • DRS Wins IR Sensors Contract from U.S. Air Force
  • Boeing Receives Twin Contracts from CAP
  • Indigo Systems Wins Contract from Northrop Grumman
  • JMAR in Design and Supply Contract with FemtoTrace
  • Dynex Divests its Sensors Business

13. Product Launches/ Developments

  • Continental Develops CISS System
  • Allegro Unveils New Hall-Effect Current Sensor
  • Atmel Introduces First Integrated TPM/Biometric Authentication Sensor
  • Allegro Unveils a New High-Precision Linear Hall-Effect Sensor
  • Atmel Introduces High Performance Biometric Chipset
  • Sensata Launches New Pressure Sensor
  • Sensata Presents New High-Pressure Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Unveils New Digital Temperature Sensor Series
  • Sensata Presents Sensors and Switches HVAC/R Market
  • STMicroelectronics Introduces High-Performance Motion Sensors
  • Melexis Introduces Non Contact Temperature Sensor
  • ELMOS Introduces Standard IC for Motion Detection
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Imaging Single-Chip Sensor
  • Bosch Unveils Digital Triaxial Acceleration Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Imaging Single-Chip Sensor
  • OmniVision Launches the Smallest VGA CameraChip Sensor
  • Melexis Unveils MLX75303 Light Sensor
  • OmniVision Unveils First High Definition Video Sensor
  • OmniVision Introduces New Sensor with HDR and Anti-Shake Technology
  • Allegro Launches a New Hall-Effect Direction Detection Sensor
  • BEI Duncan Introduces New Hall Effect Sensor
  • Allegro Launches Hall-Effect Based Linear Current Sensors
  • Eaton Launches AccuProx Analog Proximity Sensor
  • Bosch Introduces Triaxial Acceleration Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Unveils QST Family of Capacitive Touch Sensors
  • BEI Duncan Unveils Non-Contacting Rotary Position Sensor
  • OmniVision Unveils Single-Chip Color HDR Sensor
  • Sensata Offers Pressure Sensors and Power Inverters
  • OmniVision Unveils Integrated NIR Capability in Automotive Sensors
  • DALSA Launches New Family of 12 ?m AT CCD Image Sensors
  • Hella Develops Sensors for Road Safety
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Application Specific Position Sensors
  • Market Overview
  • Non-Contact Technology Advancements Drive Growth
  • Image Sensors
  • Current and Future Analysis
  • Global Image Sensors Market
  • Table 4: Global Image Sensors Market (2007 & 2010): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by End-Use Markets - Camera Phones, Digital Still Camera & Video Camcorders, PC Cameras, Security Devices, Medical & Scientific, Automotive, and Others (includes corresponding graph/chart)
  • Table 5: Leading Players in Worldwide CMOS Image Sensors Market (2004 & 2005): Percentage Breakdown by Annual Sales for OmniVision, Micron, STMicro, Toshiba, Sharp and Others (includes corresponding graph/chart)
  • Fiber Optic Sensors
  • Market Analysis
  • Biosensor/Bioelectronics
  • Table 6: World Market for Biosensor/Bioelectronics (2004 & 2009): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Segment
  • Table 7: World Market for Biosensor/Bioelectronics (2004 & 2009): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by End-Use Market

3. End Use Analysis

  • I. Automobile Industry
    • Market Analysis
    • Penetration Status of Automotive Sensors
    • Applications by Sensor Type
    • Pressure Sensors
    • Temperature Sensors
    • Position Sensors
    • Force and Load Sensors
    • Packaging: A Necessary Component in Sensor Costs
    • II. Process and Manufacturing Industries
    • Market Analysis
    • Applications by Sensor Type
    • Pressure Sensors
    • Chemical Sensors
    • Biosensors
    • Flow Sensors
    • Temperature Sensors
    • Proximity and Displacement Sensors
    • Position Sensors
    • Factor Affecting Market Performance
    • III. Machine Tools and General Machinery
    • Market Analysis
    • Position Sensors in General Machinery
    • IV. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
    • Market Analysis
    • HVAC-A Potential Market for Temperature Sensor
  • V. Office Automation and Communication
    • Market Analysis
    • Sensors Esteemed in Office Automation and Communication Industry
    • VI. Other Applications
    • Market Analysis
    • Sensors in Other Applications
    • Pollution Control
    • Medical Applications
    • Environmental Applications
    • Other Miscellaneous/Niche Applications
    • i. Avionics
    • ii. Meteorology
    • End-Use Applications of Various Sensors
    • A. Application Markets for Pressure Sensors
    • B. Application Markets for Chemical Sensors
    • C. Application Markets for Flow Sensors
    • D. Application Markets for Flow Sensors
    • E. Application Market for Position Sensors

4. Industry Overview

  • Opportunities
  • Entry Barriers
  • Legislative Pressures to Drive Growth in Key Market Segments
  • Improper Legislation Restraining Markets for Emerging Applications
  • Industry Consolidation
  • Need for Consolidation

5. A Strategic Insight

  • Strategies Vary Across End-Use Industries
  • Competitive Factors
  • Competitive Focus on Specific Geographic Regions
  • Developing Economies - Potential Overrules Risk Elements in Investment
  • Distribution Plays a Pivotal Role
  • A Few Strategies to Excel in Sensor Market
  • E-Commerce and Sensor Distribution

6. Market Trends

  • Modularization - Trend of the Day
  • Emerging Economies - Exotic Markets to be in
  • Impact of Exogenous Factors
  • Proliferation of Pressure Sensors
  • Microprocessor-based Smart Versions Replace Conventional Ones
  • Silicon Sensors Open New Avenues
  • Emerging Applications Fuel Rapid Growth
  • Developments in Related Fields Increase Sensor Applications
  • Low-Cost Sensors Win Over Industrial Consumers
  • CMOS and CCD to Develop Separate Niche
  • Consumer Market - The Next Big Application Arena
  • Remote Sensing - Expanding Applications
  • On-line Sensing of Food & Drink - Benefits Coax Higher Adoption
  • It Pays to be a Sensor Supplier for Automobile Industry
  • Increasing Penetration of Non-Contact Technologies
  • Sensors Reduce Construction Accidents
  • Trends in Temperature Sensors Market
  • Multitude of Factors Spurring Electronic Sensor Sales
  • Nanosensors- An Unexplored Segment

7. Business Trends

  • Vertical Integration - A Paradigm Shift
  • Prospects Brighten Up in Defense Applications
  • Stringent Entry Regulations in Japanese Market
  • Wireless Sensors Revolutionize Applications
  • Examples Galore
  • Obstacles in Adoption
  • Benefits at a Price

8. Technology Trends/Developments

  • US Inventors Develop Thin Film Pressure Sensor
  • US Researchers Invent Self-Encoding Fiber-Optic Sensor
  • US Scientists Develop Sensors From Carbon Nanotubes
  • Ohio based Inventor Devises Force Sensor
  • Michigan Scientists Design Fuel Level Sensor
  • US Researchers Invent Proximity Sensor
  • US Inventors Design Proximity Sensor Systems
  • US Inventor Designs Proximity Sensor for Brake System
  • Japanese Researchers Design Temperature Sensor
  • France based Researchers Develop Temperature Sensor
  • Danish Researchers Invent Position Sensor
  • Plug-and-Play Sensors - Technological Conduits
  • Nano Sized Products Promise to Revolutionize Sensors' Applications
  • Specialized Sensor Technologies

9. Product Analysis

  • Classification of Sensors
  • I. Pressure Sensors
    • Types of Pressure Sensors
    • i) Absolute Sensors
    • ii) Gage Pressure Sensors
    • iii) Piezoresistive Sensors
    • iv) Capacitive Pressure Sensors
    • v) Optical Pressure Sensors
    • II. Chemical/Gas Sensors
    • Types of Chemical Sensors
    • i) Gas Sensors
    • Carbon Monoxide (CO) Sensors and Oxygen (O2) Sensors
    • Different Classes of Gas Sensors
    • a) Catalytic Gas Sensors
    • b) Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) Gas Sensors
    • c) Infrared Sensors
    • d) Electrochemical Gas Sensors
    • Types of Electrochemical Gas Sensors
    • 1. Fuel Cell Sensors
    • 2. Galvanic Electrochemical Sensors
    • 3. Thermal Conductivity (TC) Sensors
    • 4. Diode Laser Based Sensors
    • Volatile Organic Compound Sensors
    • Biosensors- A Sub-Class of Chemical Sensors
    • Types of Biosensors
    • a) Potentiometric Biosensors
    • b) Amperometric Biosensors
    • c) Optical Biosensors
    • d) Other Physicochemical Sensors
    • III. Flow Sensors
    • Types of Flow Sensors
    • i) Magnetic Flow Sensors
    • ii) Mass Flow Sensors
    • iii) Vortex Flow Sensors
    • iv) Ultrasonic Flow Sensors
    • IV. Level Sensors
    • Types of Level Sensors
    • i) Point Level Sensors
    • Types of Point Level Sensors
    • ii) Continuous Level Sensors
    • Types of Continuous Level Sensors
    • a) Ultrasonic Level Sensors
    • b) Nuclear Level Sensors
    • c) Radar/Microwave Level Sensors
  • V. Temperature Sensors
    • Types of Temperature Sensors
    • i) Thermocouple Temperature Sensors
    • ii) Thermistor Temperature Sensors
    • iii) Resistance Temperature Detectors
    • iv) Infrared Pyrometer Sensors
    • v) Acoustic Temperature Sensors
    • vi) Other Types of Temperature Sensors
    • VI. Proximity and Displacement Sensors
    • Types of Proximity and Displacement sensors
    • i) Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors
    • ii) Capacitive Proximity Sensors
    • iii) Photoelectric Sensors
    • iv) Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors
    • VII. Force and Load Sensors
    • Types of Force and Load Sensors
    • i) Force Sensors
    • ii) Accelerometers
    • VIII. Position Sensors
    • Types of Position Sensors and their Applications
    • i) Mirror Position sensor
    • ii) Exhaust Gas Recirculation/EGR Valve Position sensors
    • iii) Precision Potentiometer
    • iv) Linear Variable Differential Transformer (LVDT) position sensor
    • v) Magnetic Field Sensors
    • vi) Magnetostrictive Position Sensors
    • vii) Position-compensation Sensors
    • viii) Optical Position Sensors
    • IX. Image Sensors
    • Types of Image Sensors
    • i) CMOS Image Sensors
    • ii) CCD Image Sensors
  • X. Fiber Optic Sensors
    • Types of Fiber Optic Cables
    • a) Glass Fibers
    • b) Plastic Fibers
    • Benefits
    • XI. Miscellaneous Sensors
    • Types of Sensors
    • i) Humidity Sensors
    • ii) Magnetic Sensors
    • iii) Motion Sensors
    • iv) Navigational Sensors
    • v) Ultrasonic Sensors
    • vi) Squid Sensors
    • vii) Film Sensors

10. Technology Analysis

  • Sensor Technologies - An Introduction
  • Technology Snapshots
  • Sensor Technology - The Market Stature
  • Demand Drivers for New Technologies
  • Restraints for Commercialization of New Sensor Technologies
  • Advanced Technologies Involved in Sensors Market

1. Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)

  • Market Overview
  • MEMS- The 21st Century Technology
  • End-Use Applications
  • a. Automotive
  • Global Automotive MEMS Sensors Market
  • Table 8: Global Market for Automotive MEMS Sensors (2006 & 2011): Breakdown of Revenues by Type - Pressure Sensors, Gyroscopes, Accelerometers, and Flow Sensors (In US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Safety System Applications
  • Engine/Drive Train
  • Vehicle Diagnostics/Monitoring
  • Safety Application Opportunities of MEMS/MST in Automobiles
  • 1. Antilock Braking/Vehicle Dynamics/ Suspension
  • 2. Airbag Actuation
  • 3. Seat Occupancy / Passenger Position
  • 4. Seatbelt Tensioner
  • 5. Object Avoidance
  • 6. Navigation
  • 7. Road Condition
  • Comfort, Convenience and Security Application Opportunities of MEMS/MST in Automobiles
  • 1. Seat Control
  • 2. Climate
  • 3. Compressor Control
  • 4. Security
  • MEMS/MST Application Opportunities in Automotive Engine/Drivetrain Systems
  • 1. Digital Engine Control
  • MEMS/MST Application Opportunities in Vehicle Diagnostic/Monitoring Systems
  • 1. Coolant System
  • 2. Brake System
  • 3. Transmission Fluid
  • 4. Fuel System
  • 5. Vehicle Speed
  • b. Medical Applications
  • c. Industrial Applications
  • d. Information Technology Applications
  • e. Military and Aerospace Applications

2. Fiber Optic Technology

  • The Market Stature
  • End-Use Applications

3. Semiconductive Sensors

  • Charge-Coupled Device
  • Market Overview
  • Manufacturing Aspects Related to CCD Technology
  • End-Use Applications

4. Magnetic Sensors

  • Market Stature
  • End-Use Applications

5. Electromechanical Sensor Technology

  • End-use Applications
  • Automobiles

6. Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor

Sensors
  • Advantage of CMOS over CCD
  • Market Overview

7. Chemical Sensors Technology

  • Historical Overview
  • End-Use Applications
  • Biosensors
  • Smart Sensors

11. Recent Industry Activity

  • Atmel to Take Over Quantum Research Group
  • CTS Corporation Acquires Tusonix
  • GE Security and Schiphol to Improve Security Jointly
  • Goodrich Receives Contract from US Naval Research Lab
  • Gyration Employs Acceleration Sensors from TMicroelectronics
  • Lockheed Martin Opts for Goodrich Air Data System
  • Silicon Microstructures Supplies Pressure Sensors to OMRON Healthcare
  • OmniVision Produces 3 MegaPixel System-On-A-Chip Sensor
  • Continental Automotive Produces Infrared Sensors for Volvo
  • Hella Develops Sensors for Audi
  • TT electronics to Provide Sensors for Tata Nano
  • Matsushita Electric to be Renamed as Panasonic Corporation
  • Panasonic to Expand Image Sensor Production
  • CTS Corporation Acquires Alpha Ceramics
  • Sensata Acquires Airpax Holdings
  • Continental Acquires Siemens VDO
  • Infineon Produces iGMR Sensor
  • TT electronics Acquires New Technology Patents
  • Continental Acquires Motorola' s Automotive Electronics Business
  • Teledyne Acquires Rockwell Scientific
  • Micron Boosts Image Sensor Business with Acquisition of Avago
  • TI Divests Sensors & Controls Business to Create Sensata Technologies
  • Quixote Transportation Acquires Mobile Temperature Sensor from CPI
  • Bourns Acquires SSI Automotive Controls Business
  • Spectrum Control Acquires Temperature Sensors Manufacturer
  • Nagano Keiki Takes Over Ashcroft Holdings
  • Itron Acquires Flow Metrix
  • Argon to Acquire SDRC for $41M
  • Symyx Technologies Offers Sensor for Commercial Vehicle Market
  • Hella Partner Omnivision to Develop Rearview Camera Products
  • Silicon Microstructures Starts up Sensor Production at 6-inch Fab Line
  • Lear, Transense Team Up For Tyre Pressure Sensors
  • Micron Technology Acquires ZiLOG Facility
  • DALSA Wins $5.8M Image Sensor Supply Contracts
  • DALSA Supplies CMOS Image Sensors to Dental X-ray OEM
  • DALSA Bag Contracts For CCD Image Sensor Chips
  • FISO Technologies Supplies Sensor Products to Schlumberger
  • Bosch Sensortec Sign Distribution Agreements for Sensor Products
  • NGK Spark Plug Plans Capacity Expansion
  • E2v Technologies Acquires Atmel for over $140M
  • CTS Begins Operation at Czech Republic Plant
  • Honeywell Acquires City Technology, SensoriC
  • Saab Acquires Ericsson Microwave
  • Tower Semiconductor, SuperPix Ally for Image Sensors
  • Tower Semiconductor Supplies CMOS technology to Panasonic
  • Tower Semiconductor Sign $10M Deal with Biomorphic

12. Strategic Corporate Developments

in the Recent Past
  • Honeywell Acquires Lebow
  • Schneider Electric Takes Over BEI Technologies
  • Siemens Acquires RVSI Acuity CiMatrix
  • Siemens Pockets AEC' s Automotive Sensors Business
  • Applied Signal Technology Secures Dynamics Technology for $30M
  • Eastman Kodak Company Forge Alliance With TSMC, IBM
  • DRS Technologies Develops Sensors for Improved Weather Forecasting
  • Hanson Secure Funds for Developing Chemical Sensors
  • ISSYS, WSU Obtains Grant For Wireless Pressure Sensors
  • Atmel Partners Tower for CMOS Technology Development
  • Cypress Takes Over SMaL Camera Technologies
  • AMI Semiconductor Adds Flextronics' Imaging Sensors to Portfolio
  • Prime Photonics Obtains Contract from DoE
  • Dalsa Obtains Image Sensor Supply Contract from Asia
  • Dalsa Gets $5.1M Contract from IDC
  • Dalsa, Philips Enter Technology License Agreement
  • Valeo Acquires JCI' s Engine Electronics Business
  • City Technology Bags Contract From Chinese Coal Mines
  • China Automotive Systems, 3S Form Sensor JV
  • DALSA Corporation Acquires Coreco Inc
  • CTS Corporation Acquires SMTEK International, Inc
  • Honeywell Acquires Zellweger Analytics
  • MSI Sensors Completes Acquisition of Humirel
  • Gems Sensors Inc Buys Venture Measurement Company, LLC
  • Analog Devices Teams with TCL Mobile to Set Up Wireless Development Laboratory
  • Melexis N.V Acquires Sentron AG
  • Abbott Laboratories Acquires i-Stat
  • GE Industrial Systems Acquires SI Pressure Instruments
  • TT electronics Buys Optek Technology Inc
  • Gems Sensors Acquires Pressure Devices Inc
  • White Electronic Designs Corp. Acquires IDS
  • Sick AG Acquires Max Stegmann GmbH
  • Blackstone Group Acquires TRW Automotive
  • SensoNor ASA to Supply Sensors for General Motors Vehicles
  • CorrOcean ASA Wins Contract from FMC Technologies Inc
  • CorrOcean ASA Bags Contract from Cameron GmbH
  • DRS Wins IR Sensors Contract from U.S. Air Force
  • Boeing Receives Twin Contracts from CAP
  • Indigo Systems Wins Contract from Northrop Grumman
  • JMAR in Design and Supply Contract with FemtoTrace
  • Dynex Divests its Sensors Business

13. Product Launches/ Developments

  • Continental Develops CISS System
  • Allegro Unveils New Hall-Effect Current Sensor
  • Atmel Introduces First Integrated TPM/Biometric Authentication Sensor
  • Allegro Unveils a New High-Precision Linear Hall-Effect Sensor
  • Atmel Introduces High Performance Biometric Chipset
  • Sensata Launches New Pressure Sensor
  • Sensata Presents New High-Pressure Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Unveils New Digital Temperature Sensor Series
  • Sensata Presents Sensors and Switches HVAC/R Market
  • STMicroelectronics Introduces High-Performance Motion Sensors
  • Melexis Introduces Non Contact Temperature Sensor
  • ELMOS Introduces Standard IC for Motion Detection
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Imaging Single-Chip Sensor
  • Bosch Unveils Digital Triaxial Acceleration Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Imaging Single-Chip Sensor
  • OmniVision Launches the Smallest VGA CameraChip Sensor
  • Melexis Unveils MLX75303 Light Sensor
  • OmniVision Unveils First High Definition Video Sensor
  • OmniVision Introduces New Sensor with HDR and Anti-Shake Technology
  • Allegro Launches a New Hall-Effect Direction Detection Sensor
  • BEI Duncan Introduces New Hall Effect Sensor
  • Allegro Launches Hall-Effect Based Linear Current Sensors
  • Eaton Launches AccuProx Analog Proximity Sensor
  • Bosch Introduces Triaxial Acceleration Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Unveils QST Family of Capacitive Touch Sensors
  • BEI Duncan Unveils Non-Contacting Rotary Position Sensor
  • OmniVision Unveils Single-Chip Color HDR Sensor
  • Sensata Offers Pressure Sensors and Power Inverters
  • OmniVision Unveils Integrated NIR Capability in Automotive Sensors
  • DALSA Launches New Family of 12 ?m AT CCD Image Sensors
  • Hella Develops Sensors for Road Safety
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Application Specific Temperature Sensor Chips
  • DALSA Introduces High Quanta CCD Image Sensors
  • STMicroelectronics Launches Nano Motion Sensors
  • Panasonic Develops Robust Image Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Introduces LIS202DL Accelerometer
  • City Technology Launches Methane Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Unveils Low Power Consumption Touch Sensor
  • Analog Devices Unleash Sensors for Automotive, Industrial Use
  • Analog Devices Launches Sensors for PCs, Servers, Workstations
  • Atmel Launches FingerChip Biometric sensor
  • Allegro Releases Analog-Output Hall-Effect Sensors
  • TI Introduces Precision Temperature Sensors
  • SMSC Launches Two Distinct Temperature Sensors
  • SMSC Launches SST-Compliant Sensors
  • Madison Company Develops Temperature Sensor
  • Watt Stopper/Legrand Offers New Occupancy, Vacancy Sensors
  • Fluid Components Launches Coriolis Flow Sensor
  • OmniVision Offers Image Sensor for Ultra-Slim Camera Phones
  • Foveon Launches High-Resolution Sensor for Digital Cameras
  • Avago Technologies Unveils Ambient Light Photo Sensor
  • Emerson Releases Temperature pH Sensors
  • PPSI Launches Fingertip Sensors
  • Loadstar Develops Capacitive Sensing Technology Based Sensors
  • Omron Smart Sensor Detects Colors, Shapes
  • Omron ZS Sensor Captures Data on-the-Fly
  • Macro Sensors Launches LVDT Position Sensors
  • Cognex Unveils Vision Sensors
  • AuthenTec Offers Biometric Fingerprint Sensor to Lenovo
  • ASI Launches Chlorine Electrode Sensor
  • Micron Showcases First Sensor Incorporating MIPI CSI-2 Standard
  • TruckWeight Introduces Smart Sensor
  • BinMaster Launches SHT Level Sensors
  • DALSA Develops CCD Image Sensor with 100+ Million Pixel
  • DALSA Custom Develops CCD Image Sensors for Seitz Cameras
  • Bosch Sensortec Displays Acceleration Sensor in Japan Trade Show
  • Toshiba Launches CMOS Area Image Sensors
  • Hella Develops Smart Sensor for Vehicle Parking
  • Bosch Sensortec Develops Digital Pressure Sensor
  • Bosch Sensortec Develops Triaxial Accelerometer
  • Siemens Designs Optical Sensors for Unsafe Areas
  • Siemens Introduces Sensor for Color Detection
  • Siemens Rolls Out Ultrasound Proximity Sensor
  • STMicroelectronics Introduces Precision Temperature Sensor
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Launches 8-mm series of Proximity Sensor
  • Infineon Showcases SP35 Tire Pressure Sensor
  • ASM Introduces Position Sensor for Compact Hydraulic Cylinders
  • Novotechnik Offers Compact Position Sensors with Pressure Equalization
  • Micronas Launches Hall Sensor as Alternate to Micro-Switches
  • SICK Launches Safety Sensor for Robotics
  • Planet82 Image Sensor Captures Digital Pictures in Dark

14. Product Launches/ Developments

in the Recent Past
  • Honeywell Launches 700 Series of Temperature Sensors
  • Honeywell Launches Pressure Sensors for Multitude Applications
  • Agilent Introduces Optical Mouse Sensors
  • Agilent Launches Ambient Light Photo Sensor
  • Analog Devices Rolls Out Motion Sensor For Industrial Applications
  • AuthenTec Offers Fingerprint Sensors for Toshiba Notebook Computers
  • Balluff Offers AC Inductive Sensors
  • Balluff Launches Photoelectric Sensor
  • Crossbow Releases Air/Ground Vehicle Sensor
  • Cypress Launches 3-M pixel Image Sensor
  • Micron Launches High Resolution Image Sensors
  • Eastman Kodak, IBM Join Hands for Image Sensors
  • Eastman Kodak Unleashes High-Resolution Sensors
  • Keyence Introduces Laser Displacement Sensor
  • Loadstar Releases Capacitive Load Sensors
  • Precon Develops Digital RH Sensor
  • Minco, Kele Brings Out Humidity Sensor
  • Micron Technology Develops Automotive Image Sensor
  • OmniVision Showcases SmartSensor for Mass Market Toys
  • Schmidt Technology Launches Air/Gas Flow Sensor
  • Texas Instruments Releases Micro-Sized Sensor
  • TURCK Introduces PS400/ PS500 Pressure Sensors
  • TURCK Introduces Fully Programmable Flow Sensor
  • TURCK Releases Liquid Level Sensor
  • TURCK Launches Uprox+ Sensor For Metal Detection
  • DJ Instruments Releases Sensor for Limited Space Applications
  • Schneider Electric Launches Self-Teach Proximity Sensors
  • Fujikura, Servoflo Corp Offer X3 Pressure Sensors
  • EMX Industries Sensors Determine Color Intensity
  • Servoflo Corp Launches Barometric Pressure Sensor
  • AST Rolls Out Pressure Sensor for Hazardous Environments
  • Apogee Technology Launches MEMS Pressure Sensors
  • MSA Sensors Detect Harmful Gases in Air
  • PCB Piezotronics Launches Pressure Sensors for Explosion Testing
  • Sie Sensors Launches Capacitive Proximity Sensor
  • MTS Systems Launches M-Series Position Sensors
  • MTS Systems Devises C-Series Sensors
  • MTS Systems Launches Magnetostrictive Sensors
  • Dwyer Instruments Develops SSS-1000 Flow Sensors
  • Dwyer Instruments Launches S-Series Temperature Sensors
  • Ifm Efector Launches Photoelectric Sensors with Long Sensing Range
  • Ifm Efector Launches Sensor Solutions
  • Zettler Controls Launches TS Series of Temperature Sensors
  • Mettler-Toledo Designs Chemical-Resistant Sensor
  • Scientific Technologies Offers Level Sensors
  • Banner Engineering Launches D10 Fiber Optic Sensor
  • Banner Engineering Introduces T-GAGE™ Temperature Sensors
  • Banner Engineering QS18U Ultrasonic Sensors
  • DALSA Unleashes Sensor for Medical, Industrial Applications
  • FISO Technologies Unveils Fiber Optic Pressure Sensor
  • Epson Commercializes Quartz Oscillator-based Pressure Sensors
  • Micron Showcases Industry' s First 1.7-MP CMOS Sensor
  • Baumer Electric Launches Laser Sensors
  • Baumer Electric Introduces Ultrasonic Sensors
  • Baumer Electric Sensors Offer 2m Sensing Capabilities
  • Baumer Electric Offers Proximity Sensor with Analog/ Digital Outputs
  • Cypress Showcases CMOS Image Sensors at Trade Fair in Germany
  • Hella Introduces Sensor For Field Work
  • Hella Designs Industry' s First Capacitive Rain Sensor
  • Kistler Launches Molding Pressure Sensors
  • Prehs Showcases 4-in-1 Sensing Systems For Windshield Defogging
  • Siemens Launches Inductive Proximity Sensor
  • Siemens Launches Image Sensor for Inspecting Colored Objects
  • STMicroelectronics Rolls Out Three Accelerometers models
  • Magtrol Launches DI Series of Displacement Sensors
  • Pepperl+Fuchs Offers Photoelectric Sensors
  • Sensortechnics Offers Barometric Pressure Sensors
  • TT/Optek Designs Non-contact Position Sensor
  • Samsung Introduces First 7.2-M pixel Image Sensor
  • Pixelplus Offers CMOS Image Sensor For Mobile Applications
  • Melexis Introduces Programmable Pressure Sensors
  • Oldham France Introduces a New Range of Gas Sensors
  • Motorola Unveils New Pressure Sensor for Automotive Application
  • Yokogawa Unveils Dpharp EJX Series Transmitter
  • Kistler Unveils its Latest Temperature Sensor
  • Ellison Sensors Develops a High Pressure Sensor
  • Agilent Technologies Introduces Smallest Optical Mouse Sensors
  • Analog Device Introduces Temperature Sensors
  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory Introduces Wireless Optical Sensors
  • Rad-Icon Imaging Introduces High Resoluion Imager Sensor
  • Transducer Techniques Launches GSO Sensor and DPM-3 Meter
  • MIT Develops New Sensing Technology To Detect Weapons
  • Quest and Sensory Develop Microencapsulation Technology
  • State University of New York Creates Magnetic Sensors
  • Tesco Personal Finance Designs Alcohol Sensor
  • Sensor-Technics Introduces Pressure Transmitter
  • Indigo Photonics Launches New Optical Sensor System
  • Detcon Releases UniTox™
  • Heisedresser Introduces DXD Digital Pressure Transducers
  • Hohner Updates Shaft Encoder
  • Servomex PLC Introduces Interface Software
  • Dynisco, LLC Introduces Extrusion Pressure Sensors
  • Advanced Custom Sensors Develops Wet/Wet Differential Pressure Sensors
  • Lockheed Martin Develops Sensor Technology for US Army
  • Piezotronics Releases Dynamic Pressure Sensors
  • TSI Introduces OEM Flow Sensors
  • Particle Measuring Systems Develops Aerosol Particle Sensor
  • Instrumented Sensor Technology Introduces Shock Timer impact monitor
  • Index Sensors and Controls Develops the ACX-10
  • Texas Instruments Develops Silicon-Based Sensors
  • Hyde Park Electronics Introduces Ultrasonic SuperProx SC300
  • Sensor Research and Development Develops New Sensing Devise
  • UDT Sensors Introduces Photodetectors
  • TAOSI Develops the First RGB Color Sensor
  • MTS Systems Designs New MH series Sensors
  • Aromat Introduces Photoelectric Sensors
  • AutomationDirect Expands Proximity Sensors Portfolio
  • Banner Engineering Introduces VS4 Series Photosensors
  • Micron Technology Launches CMOS Sensor
  • IC Media Corp. Develops a CMOS Image Sensor
  • NVE Develops Magnetic Sensor
  • Microsemi Develops Light Sensors
  • Cognex Corporation Adds In-Sight 4000 Series
  • Foxboro Introduces New Flow Meter and Sensors
  • EMFiTECH Develops Electromechanical Sensor Film Technology
  • Kodak Introduces KAI-2001 Image Sensor
  • Micron Technology Designs VGA-size CMOS Image Sensors
  • Scientific Technologies Creates Magnetic Float Level Sensors
  • Sentech Introduces Linear Position System
  • Variohm-EuroSensor Provides Linear Motion Position Sensor
  • Setra Systems Introduces Pressure Transducer
  • Omega Develops Low Differential Pressure Transducers
  • Piezotronics Releases Dynamic Pressure Sensors
  • Macro Sensors Introduces AC-LVDT Position Sensors

15. Focus on Select Players

  • Analog Devices (US)
  • Allegro (US)
  • Atmel Corporation (US)
  • Bosch Sensortec GmbH (Germany)
  • Bourns Inc. (US)
  • Bourns Sensors GmbH (Germany)
  • Continental Automotive Systems (Germany)
  • Corrsys-Datron GmbH (Germany)
  • City Technology Holdings (UK)
  • CTS Automotive (US)
  • Custom Sensors and Technologies Inc. (US)
  • BEI Duncan Electronics (US)
  • Dalsa Corporation (Canada)
  • Denso Corporation (Japan)
  • Eaton Corp. (US)
  • ELMOS Semiconductor AG (Germany)
  • Silicon Microstructures, Inc (US)
  • GE Security (US)
  • Goodrich Corporation (US)
  • Sensors System (US)
  • Honeywell International, Inc. (US)
  • Melexis Microelectronic Integrated Systems N.V (Belgium)
  • OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (US)
  • Rockwell Collins (US)
  • Sensata Technologies Inc. (US)
  • Siemens AG (Germany)
  • Infineon Technologies AG (Germany)
  • STMicroelectronics NV (Switzerland)
  • TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (US)
  • TT electronics plc (UK)
  • VDO Automotive AG (Germany)

16. Global Market Perspective

  • Table 9: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 10: World Long-term Projections for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 11: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Sensors Market by Product Segment
  • Table 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Pressure Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 13: World Long-term Projections for Pressure Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 14: World 10-Year Perspective for Pressure Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 15: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Chemical Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 16: World Long-term Projections for Chemical Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 17: World 10-Year Perspective for Chemical Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 18: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Flow Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 19: World Long-term Projections for Flow Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 20: World 10-Year Perspective for Flow Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart
  • Table 21: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Level Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 22: World Long-term Projections for Level Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 23: World 10-Year Perspective for Level Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 24: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Temperature Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 25: World Long-term Projections for Temperature Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 26: World 10-Year Perspective for Temperature Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 27: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Proximity & Displacement Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 28: World Long-term Projections for Proximity & Displacement Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 29: World 10-Year Perspective for Proximity & Displacement Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 30: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Force and Load Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 31: World Long-term Projections for Force and Load Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 32: World 10-Year Perspective for Force and Load Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 33: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Position Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 34: World Long-term Projections for Position Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 35: World 10-Year Perspective for Position Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 36: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Image Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 37: World Long-term Projections for Image Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 38: World 10-Year Perspective for Image Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 39: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fiber Optic Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 40: World Long-term Projections for Fiber Optic Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 41: World 10-Year Perspective for Fiber Optic Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 42: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 43: World Long-term Projections for Other Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 44: World 10-Year Perspective for Other Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Sensors Market by End-Use Application
  • Table 45: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in Automobile Applications by Geographic Region/ Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 46: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in Automobile Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 47: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in Automobile Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 48: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in Process & Manufacturing Industry Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 49: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in Process & Manufacturing Industry Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 50: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in Process & Manufacturing Industry Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2006 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 51: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in Machine Tools & General Machinery Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 52: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in Machine Tools & General Machinery Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 53: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in Machine Tools & General Machinery Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 54: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in HVAC & Building Control Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 55: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in HVAC & Building Control Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 56: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in HVAC & Building Control Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 57: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in Office Automation and Communication Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 58: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in Office Automation and Communication Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 59: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in Office Automation and Communication Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 60: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors in Other End-Use Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Year 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 61: World Long-term Projections for Sensors in Other End-Use Applications by Geographic Region/Country - United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 62: World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors in Other End-Use Applications by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America, and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

III. MARKET

1. The United States

  • A. Market Analysis
    • A Current and Future Analysis
    • Sensors Positioned to Flourish in the Region
    • Demographics, Security Threats Boost Chemical Sensors Market
    • Table 63: US Chemical Sensors Market (2003 & 2009): Percentage Share Breakdown by End-Use Markets - Medical/Diagnostic, Industrial, Environmental Monitoring, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Automotive Applications Dominate US Sensor Market
    • Motor Vehicle Emission Control Sensors
    • Table 64: US Market for Motor Vehicle Emission Control Sensors (2005, 2010 & 2015): Breakdown of Revenue by Sensor Type - Chemical Property, Process Variable, and Proximity/Positioning (In US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Commercial Buildings Drive Sensor Demand in HVAC Sector
    • Market Trends
    • New Technology - Miniaturization in Sensor Manufacturing
    • Role of Government and Regulatory Authorities
    • Table 65: US Image Sensors Specialty Market (2006): Percentage Share Breakdown by Application Area- Security/CCTV, Machine Vision, Radiography, Automotive and Scientific (includes corresponding graph/chart)
    • Tyre Pressure Sensors - Legislative Enactments
    • MEMS Sensors Market in the Recent Past
    • Table 66: US MEMS Sensors Market (2003): Percentage Breakdown of Revenues by Type - Motion/Acceleration, Pressure, Positioning, Chemical, and Others (includes corresponding graph/chart)
    • Product Launches
    • Product Launches in the Recent Past
    • Strategic Corporate Developments
    • Strategic Corporate Developments in the Recent Past
    • Select US Players
    • Analog Devices
    • Allegro
    • Atmel Corporation
    • Bourns Inc.
    • CTS Automotive
    • Custom Sensors and Technologies Inc.
    • BEI Duncan Electronics
    • Eaton Corp.
    • GE Security
    • Goodrich Corporation
    • Sensors Systems
    • Honeywell International, Inc.
    • OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
    • Rockwell Collins
    • Sensata Technologies Inc
    • Sensor System Solutions, Inc.
    • Silicon Microstructures, Inc.
    • TRW Automotive Holdings Corp.
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 67: US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 68: US Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 69: US 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 70: US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 71: US Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 72: US 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

2. Canada

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Procuring Sensor Technologies from Majors
    • Market Trends
    • Product Launches
    • Product Launches in the Recent Past
    • Strategic Corporate Developments
    • Strategic Corporate Developments in the Recent Past
    • Dalsa Corporation - A Key Player
    • Role of Government and Authorities
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 73: Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 74: Canadian Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 75: Canadian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 76: Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 77: Canadian Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 78: Canadian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

3. Japan

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Third Largest Market for Sensors
    • The Fall and Rise of the Japanese Sensors Industry
    • Market Trends
    • Outlook
    • Academic Institutions
    • Role of Government and Authorities
    • Product Launches
    • Product Launches in the Recent Past
    • Strategic Corporate Developments
    • Select Japanese Players
    • Denso Corporation
    • Matsushita Electric Industrial Co, Ltd.
    • Sharp Corporation
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 79: Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 80: Japanese Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 81: Japanese 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 82: Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 83: Japanese Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 84: Japanese 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4. Europe

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Analysis by Region
    • Analysis by Product Segment
    • Analysis by End-Use Segment
    • The EU Effect
    • Market Trends
    • End-Use Sectors with Growth Potential
    • Research - Powering Market Growth
    • Table 85: Leading Players in the European Throttle Position Sensor Market (2004-2007): Percentage Breakdown by Sales Volume - Novotech, Ruf/Bourn, Preh-Werke, Denso, CTS, Hella and Others (includes corresponding Graph/chart)
    • Product Launches
    • Product Launches in the Recent Past
    • Strategic Corporate Developments
    • Strategic Corporate Developments in the Recent Past
    • Select European Players
    • Bosch Sensortec GmbH (Germany)
    • Bourns Sensors GmbH (Germany)
    • City Technology Holdings (UK)
    • Continental Automotive Systems (Germany)
    • Corrsys-Datron GmbH (Germany)
    • ELMOS Semiconductor AG (Germany)
    • Hella KGaA Hueck & Co. (Germany)
    • Melexis Microelectronic Integrated Systems N.V (Belgium)
    • Preh GmbH (Germany)
    • Siemens AG (Germany)
    • Infineon Technologies AG (Germany)
    • STMicroelectronics NV (Switzerland)
    • TT Electronics Plc (UK)
    • VDO Automotive AG (Germany)
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 86: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 87: European Long-term Projections for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 88: European 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 89: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 90: European Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 91: European 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012(includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 92: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 93: European Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 94: European 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4a. France

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Market Trends
    • Role of Government and Regulatory Authorities
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 95: French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 96: French Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 97: French 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 98: French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 99: French Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 100: French 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4b. Germany

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Industry Size and Activities
    • Market Structure
    • Market Trends
    • Technology Trends
    • Electronic Measurement Systems Drive Flow Sensors Market
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 101: German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 102: German Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 103: German 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 104: German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 105: German Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 106: German 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4c. Italy

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Market Trends
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 107: Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 108: Italian Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 109: Italian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 110: Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 111: Italian Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 112: Italian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End- Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4d. The United Kingdom

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Market Trends
    • Role of Government & Regulatory Authorities - A Historic Perspective
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 113: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 114: UK Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 115: UK 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 116: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 117: UK Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 118: UK 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

4e. Rest of Europe

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current & Future Analysis
    • Market Trends
    • Growth as a Part of European Union
    • Regional Emphasis on R&D
    • Role of Government
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 119: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 120: Rest of Europe Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 121: Rest of Europe 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 122: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 123: Rest of Europe Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015
    • Table 124: Rest of Europe 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5. Asia-Pacific

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Fastest Growing Market Worldwide
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Diffusion Rates Differ with Technology Adoption
    • Market Trends
    • Role of Government and Regulatory Authorities
    • Product Launches
    • Strategic Corporate Developments
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 125: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 126: Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 127: Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 128: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 129: Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 130: Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 131: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 132: Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 133: Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012(includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5a. China

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Rise in Vehicle Production Boosts Chinese Automotive Sensors Market
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 134: Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 135: Chinese Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 136: Chinese 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 137: Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 138: Chinese Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 139: Chinese 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5b. South Korea

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 140: South Korean Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 141: South Korean Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment -Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 142: South Korean 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 143: South Korean Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 144: South Korean Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 145: South Korean 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

5c. Rest of Asia-Pacific

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Market Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Role of Government in Indian Automotive Sensors Industry
    • Strong Increase in ASEAN Auto Sensor Market
    • Imports Erode Local Manufacturer Profits
    • Taiwan - A Key Sensors Producer
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 146: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 147: Rest of Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 148: Rest of Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 149: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 150: Rest of Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 151: Rest of Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

6. Latin America

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Current and Future Analysis
    • Market Overview
    • Western Manufacturers Improve Industry
    • Market Trends
    • Factors Stimulating Market Growth
    • Role of Government and Authorities
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 152: Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Geographic Region/ Country - Brazil and Rest of Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 153: Latin American Long-term Projections for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Brazil and Rest of Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 154: Latin American 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Brazil and Rest of Latin American Markets for Years 2003, 2008 & 2012
    • Table 155: Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 156: Latin American Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 157: Latin American 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 158: Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 159: Latin American Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 160: Latin American 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

6a. Brazil

  • Market Analysis
  • Table 161: Brazilian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 162: Brazilian Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 163: Brazilian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 164: Brazilian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 165: Brazilian Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
  • Table 166: Brazilian 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

6b. Rest of Latin America

  • A. Market Analysis
    • Overview
    • Current and Future Analysis
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 167: Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 168: Rest of Latin America Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 169: Rest of Latin America 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 170: Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 171: Rest of Latin America Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 172: Rest of Latin America 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

7. Rest of World

  • A. Market Analysis
    • An Overview
    • Market Analytics
    • Significant Trends in Rest of World' s Sensors Market
  • B. Market Analytics
    • Table 173: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 174: Rest of World Long-term Projections for Sensors by Product Segment - Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 175: Rest of World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors, Fiber Optic Sensors, and Other Sensor Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 176: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 177: Rest of World Long-term Projections for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
    • Table 178: Rest of World 10-Year Perspective for Sensors by End-Use Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, Office Automation & Communication, and Other Application Markets for 2003, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

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