Innovations in Sensors for Industrial Applications

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Scope and Methodology
  • Research Scope and Segmentation
  • Research Methodology
• Key Findings
  • Noteworthy Technological Developments
  • Key Findings

2 ASSESSMENT OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

• Overview of Fiberoptic and SAW-Based Sensors
  • Fiberoptic Sensors
  • Acoustic Wave Sensors
• Overview of MEMS and Nanosensors
  • MEMS-Based Sensors
  • Nanosensors
• Emerging Standards for Wireless Sensor Networks
  • Wireless HART
  • The ISA 100 Standard for Industrial Automation

3 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS

• Analysis of Technology Adoption Drivers
  • Fiberoptic Sensors
  • MEMS and Nanosensors
  • Industrial Wireless Sensor Networks
• Analysis of Technology Adoption Challenges
  • Fiberoptic Sensors
  • MEMS and Nanosensors
  • Industrial Wireless Sensor Networks

4 ASSESSMENT OF OPPORTUNITIES AND APPLICATIONS

• Analysis of Emerging Opportunities in Industry Sectors
  • The Oil and Gas Industry
  • The Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Opportunities in Process Monitoring
• Analysis of Applications and Analyst Insights
  • Analysis of Technology Penetration in Application Sectors
  • Analyst Insights

5 INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENTS IN SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES

• Innovations in Europe and Asia
  • MEMS Mass Flow Sensor Incorporates Patented Dust Segregation Mechanism--Japan
  • Unique Sensor for the Monitoring of Industrial Fouling--France
  • Integrated Platform for Water Quality Monitoring and Chemical Analysis--Ireland
  • Innovative Batteryless SAW Sensor--France
• Innovations in North America
  • Nanoscale Sensor for Remote Detection of Chemicals--USA
  • Direct Digital Sensing Solution for Harsh Environments--USA
  • Advanced Surface Acoustic Wave-Based Fluid Sensor Platform--USA
  • Monitoring Pipeline Integrity Using Innovative Fiberoptic Sensors--Canada
  • Robust Fiberoptic Temperature Sensor for High-Temperature Applications--USA
  • Setting the Standard for Industrial Wireless Sensor Networks--USA
  • Innovative Solution for Wireless Network Management and Plant Monitoring--USA

6 ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRY TRENDS

• Impact of Political Factors; Regulatory Policies; and Acquisitions
  • PEST Analysis--The Broader Perspective
  • Impact of Regulations
  • Snapshot of Mergers and Acquisitions
• Technology Foresight
  • Technology Roadmap
  • Industry Trends

7 PATENTS; KEY CONTACTS; AND GLOSSARY

• Overview of Key Patents in the Sensors Field
  • Issued Patents
  • Published Patents
• Key Industry Participants and Glossary
  • Industry Contacts
  • Glossary

8 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASES

• Decision Support Database Tables
  • Manufacturing Enterprises--World (2002 to 2012)
  • Crude Oil Production--World (2002 to 2012)
  • LPG Production--World (2002 to 2012)
  • Control and Instrumentation Contribution to Electronics Industry--World (2002 to 2012)
  • Semiconductor Market and Semiconductor Equipment Market--World (2002 to 2012)