市場調查報告書
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1451345
按類型(觸控感測器、運動感測器、位置感測器等)、最終用途產業(消費性電子、汽車、航太和國防、醫療保健、食品和飲料、石油和天然氣等)和地區分類的電容式感測器市場報告 2024 -2032Capacitive Sensor Market Report by Type (Touch Sensor, Motion Sensor, Position Sensor, and Others), End Use Industry (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Food and Beverages, Oil and Gas, and others), and Region 2024-2032 |
2023年全球電容式感測器市場規模達322億美元。展望未來, IMARC Group預計到2032年市場規模將達到490億美元,2024-2032年複合年成長率(CAGR)為4.6%。對醫療器材和設備的需求不斷成長、工業自動化和智慧工廠技術的使用不斷成長,以及對物聯網 (IoT) 和人工智慧 (AI) 的需求不斷成長,是推動市場發展的一些因素。
電容式感測器利用電容的電特性來測量各種物體。它們可以檢測靠近感測器的物體,而無需物理接觸它們,這通常用於觸控螢幕等應用,其中手指的存在會改變電路的電容。它們可以識別物體或表面的精確位置,這在各種工業和機器人應用中很有用。它們被用作濕度感測器,因為空氣中的水蒸氣量會影響感測器的電容。
目前,電容式感測器的技術進步,例如觸控螢幕技術的進步、小型化電容式感測器的開發以及更精確和可靠的感測器的生產,正在促進市場的成長。除此之外,消費性電子產品的使用不斷成長,以及電容式感測器在智慧型手機、平板電腦和筆記型電腦等設備中的廣泛使用,帶來了良好的市場前景。此外,電容式感測器還用於汽車行業的各種應用,例如用於導航和娛樂系統的觸控螢幕、座椅佔用檢測以及水平感測應用,這推動了市場的成長。此外,電容式感測器在各種行業中的各種應用(例如製程自動化、監控和控制)的使用不斷增加,正在加強市場的成長。
醫療保健領域擴大採用電容式感測器
電容式感測器廣泛應用於各種醫療設備中,從監測生命徵像到檢測特定的醫療狀況。對醫療器材和設備的需求不斷成長以及慢性病發病率的增加正在對電容式感測器市場產生積極影響。電容式感測器非常適合非接觸式物體檢測,可以降低污染或疾病傳播的風險。此功能在衛生應用中特別有用,例如在手術室或實驗室中,其中任何直接接觸都可能損害無菌性。它們還能夠感知接近度,這意味著它們可以檢測到局部電場的任何變化。這使得它們對於監測患者的呼吸或心率等任務非常有價值,無需直接接觸皮膚,從而確保舒適性和更少的侵入性。
工業自動化需求不斷成長
工業自動化和智慧工廠技術的使用呈日益成長的趨勢,這些技術嚴重依賴感測器,包括電容式感測器。這些感測器在檢測和測量溫度、壓力和接近度等不同變數方面發揮著至關重要的作用,以確保有效和高效的操作。電容式感測器的非接觸式感測能力在工業自動化應用中是有益的,其中物理接觸可能導致感測器或被感測物體的磨損或損壞。透過使用電容式感測器,各行業可以確保準確可靠的檢測,而不會出現機械故障的風險。它們還可以有效地檢測液體、固體、粉末甚至顆粒材料。
對物聯網 (IoT) 和人工智慧 (AI) 的需求不斷成長
電容式感測器整合在物聯網 (IoT) 裝置中用於資料收集,並可以透過提供準確的即時資料來幫助改進人工智慧 (AI) 演算法。它們非常適合物聯網應用,因為它們可以檢測和測量電容變化,這對於接近感測、觸控介面和物體檢測非常有用。此外,智慧型手機、平板電腦和智慧家庭介面等人工智慧驅動的智慧型裝置的激增,正在刺激對電容式感測器的需求,以提供準確且響應靈敏的觸控功能。人工智慧演算法還透過解釋觸控輸入、啟用高級手勢以及提高觸控介面的整體性能來增強用戶體驗。
The global capacitive sensor market size reached US$ 32.2 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 49.0 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during 2024-2032. The growing demand for medical devices and equipment, increasing industrial automation and the use of smart factory technologies, and rising demand for the internet of things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) represent some of the factors propelling the market.
Capacitive sensors make use of the electrical property of capacitance to measure various things. They can detect objects that are close to the sensor without needing to physically touch them, which is often used in applications like touchscreens, wherein the presence of a finger alters the capacitance of the circuit. They can identify the precise position of objects or surfaces that can be useful in various industrial and robotic applications. They are used as humidity sensors as the amount of water vapor in the air can affect the capacitance of a sensor.
At present, technological advancements in capacitive sensors, such as advancements in touch screen technology, the development of miniaturized capacitive sensors, and the production of more accurate and reliable sensors, are contributing to the growth of the market. Besides this, the growing utilization of consumer electronics, along with the widespread usage of capacitive sensors in devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops, is offering a favorable market outlook. In addition, capacitive sensors are used in various applications within the automotive industry, such as in touch screens for navigation and entertainment systems, in seat occupancy detection, and in level sensing applications, which is propelling the growth of the market. Moreover, the rising utilization of capacitive sensors for various applications, such as process automation, monitoring, and control, in various industries is strengthening the growth of the market.
Rising adoption of capacitive sensors in the healthcare sector
Capacitive sensors are used in various medical devices for a wide range of applications, ranging from monitoring vital signs to detecting specific medical conditions. The growing demand for medical devices and equipment and increasing incidences of chronic diseases is positively influencing the capacitive sensors market. Capacitive sensors are excellent for non-contact detection of objects, which can reduce the risk of contamination or disease transmission. This feature is especially useful in sanitary applications, such as in an operating room or lab, wherein any direct contact could compromise sterility. They are also able to sense proximity, meaning they can detect any changes in the local electrical field. This makes them valuable for tasks like monitoring the breathing or heart rate of patients without direct skin contact, thus ensuring comfort and less invasiveness.
Growing demand for industrial automation
There is an increasing trend towards industrial automation and the use of smart factory technologies, which rely heavily on sensors, including capacitive sensors. These sensors play a crucial role in detecting and measuring different variables like temperature, pressure, and proximity to ensure effective and efficient operations. The non-contact sensing capability of capacitive sensors is beneficial in industrial automation applications wherein physical contact may lead to wear and tear or damage to the sensor or the object being sensed. By using capacitive sensors, industries can ensure accurate and reliable detection without the risk of mechanical failure. They are also effective in detecting liquids, solids, powders, and even granular materials.
Increasing demand for internet of things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI)
Capacitive sensors are integrated in the internet of things (IoT) devices for data collection and can help improve artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms by providing accurate real-time data. They are well-suited for IoT applications as they can detect and measure changes in capacitance, which is useful for proximity sensing, touch interfaces, and object detection. Moreover, the proliferation of AI-powered smart devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and smart home interfaces, is catalyzing the demand for capacitive sensors to provide accurate and responsive touch functionality. AI algorithms also enhance the user experience by interpreting touch inputs, enabling advanced gestures, and improving the overall performance of touch-based interfaces.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global capacitive sensor market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end use industry.
Touch Sensor
Motion Sensor
Position Sensor
Others
Touch sensor dominates the market
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes touch sensor, motion sensor, position sensor, and others. According to the report, touch sensor represented the largest segment as capacitive touch sensors offer a natural and intuitive way of interaction. Users can simply touch the sensor surface, and it can detect their presence and register the input. This ease of use has made them prevalent in various electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and home appliances. They also provide a more responsive and seamless user experience compared to traditional mechanical buttons or switches. In addition, they offer faster response times, multi-touch capabilities (detecting multiple simultaneous touches), and gesture recognition, enabling more advanced and interactive user interfaces.
Consumer Electronics
Automotive
Aerospace and Defense
Healthcare
Food and Beverages
Oil and Gas
Others
Consumer electronics hold the biggest market share
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry has also been provided in the report. This includes consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace and defense, healthcare, food and beverages, oil and gas, and others. According to the report, consumer electronics accounted for the largest market share.
Capacitive sensors are integrated in touchscreens of smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices. They offer a more intuitive and responsive user interface compared to resistive touchscreens. They can detect the electrical properties of the human body, allowing users to interact with the device by simply touching the screen with their finger or a capacitive stylus. Moreover, capacitive sensors are useful in consumer electronics for auto-brightness adjustment on smartphones, automatic display shut-off when the device is held close to the ear during a call, or proximity-based gesture control. They also enable various user interface enhancements in consumer electronics, such as multi-touch gestures like pinch-to-zoom, swipe, and rotate can be implemented on capacitive touchscreens, providing a more immersive and interactive user experience.
North America
United States
Canada
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
Asia Pacific exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific represented the largest market.
Asia Pacific held the biggest market share as this region has been witnessing significant industrial growth in recent decades. This growth is catalyzing the demand for automation, robotics, and automotive applications, all of which use capacitive sensors. Moreover, the Asia Pacific region is a large market for electronic consumer products and capacitive sensors are widely used in smartphones, tablets, touchscreens, gaming consoles, and other consumer electronics. Moreover, the thriving automotive industry in the region is catalyzing the demand for capacitive sensors.
The global capacitive sensors market is characterized by a moderate to high level of competition. Several established companies and small and niche players are operating in this market. These companies have a strong presence and enjoy brand recognition, extensive distribution networks, and well-established customer relationships. Factors contributing to the competition in the market include technological advancements, product innovation, pricing strategies, and the ability to meet customer requirements. Companies often compete based on product performance, reliability, functionality, and cost-effectiveness. However, the threat of new entrants in the global capacitive sensors market can be considered moderate. While there are certain barriers to entry, such as the need for substantial research and development (R&D) investments, access to specialized manufacturing capabilities, and intellectual property rights, new players can still enter the market.
3M Company
Analog Devices Inc.
Cirque Corporation (Alps Electric Co. Ltd.)
Infineon Technologies AG
Microchip Technology Inc.
NXP Semiconductors N.V.
Omron Corporation
Renesas Electronics Corporation
Schneider Electric
STMicroelectronics N.V.
Synaptics Incorporated
Texas Instruments Incorporated
In 2023, 3M Company entered into a broad class resolution to support per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) remediation for public water suppliers (PWS) that detect PFAS at any level or may do so in the future.
In July 2023, Microchip Technology Incorporated, a leading provider of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions, announced a multi-year initiative to invest approximately $300 million in expanding its operations in India.
In May 2023, Infineon Technologies AG announced the acquisition of Stockholm-based startup Imagimob AB, a leading platform provider for Machine Learning solutions for edge devices.