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全球機器人輪椅市場 2024-2031Global Robotic Wheelchairs Market 2024-2031 |
機器人輪椅市場規模、佔有率及趨勢分析報告,按輪椅(後輪驅動、前輪驅動和中輪驅動)、應用(個人使用和商業用途)和最終用戶(家庭護理設置、復健中心、醫院和診所)預測期(2024-2031)
預計在預測期內(2024-2031 年),機器人輪椅市場將以 9.6% 的複合年成長率顯著成長。該行業的成長歸因於一些關鍵因素,例如可能存在行動不便問題的人口老化、肥胖、神經系統疾病、癱瘓、中風和膝蓋受傷病例的增加,這些因素推動了市場的成長。根據國家生物技術資訊中心統計,2022年1月,全球有超過1億人需要或使用輪椅。 66.5% 的殘疾人被列為自動駕駛或機器人輪椅 (RW)。
Robotic Wheelchairs Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Wheelchairs (Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, and Mid-Wheel Drive), by Application (Personal Use and Commercial Use), and by End-User (Home Care Settings, Rehabilitation Centers, and Hospitals And Clinics) Forecast Period (2024-2031)
The robotic wheelchairs market is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR of 9.6% during the forecast period (2024-2031). The industry growth is attributed to pivotal factors such as the growing aging population probable to have immobility problems, an increasing number of cases of obesity, neurological diseases, paralysis, strokes, and knee injuries which drive the growth of the market. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, in January 2022, there are over 100 million people who need or use wheelchairs globally. 66.5% of individuals with disabilities are ranked as self-driving or Robotic Wheelchairs (RWs).
Market Dynamics
Increasing Technological Advancements in Robotic Wheelchairs
The expanding artificial intelligence and machine learning in robotic wheelchairs combined to improve obstacle avoidance and navigation is contributing considerably to market growth. The use of IoT (Internet of Things) connectivity with modern sensors to strengthen control and real-time monitoring and the creation of gesture and voice control technologies for hands-free use, are some of the recent developments. The advancement of robotic wheelchairs has the potential to significantly improve the lives of individuals with mobility impairments by expanding their opportunities for employment, education, and leisure activities, while also lessening their need for careers. Nonetheless, the development and application of robotic wheelchairs necessitates a multidisciplinary strategy involving knowledge in human aspects, robotics, control engineering, and user-centered design.
Growing Disability Rates Globally
Rising rates of disability owing to accidents, medical conditions, and aging are boosting demand. According to the Wheelchair Foundation. In the 34 developed countries, it is estimated that 1.0% or 10,000,000 people require a wheelchair. The global population is increasing by 187,500 each day, there is an additional need for almost 3,500 wheelchairs every day (1.8% of the global population). Each wheelchair costs $150 to manufacture (in China) and ship to one of the developing countries. Almost all people who reported using mobility support devices (96.0%) said that they had a disability. The main cause-reported by about half of them- was disease or illness. Natural aging was cited by one-quarter and one-fifth said that their disability stemmed from an injury. More than half of males in the 12-to-44 age group who needed a mobility support device reported that their disability resulted from an injury, reflecting the high prevalence of injury among males of these ages.
Market Segmentation
The Mid-Wheel Segment is Projected to Hold the Largest Market Share
The primary factors supporting the growth include the growing popularity of the wheelchair type. This is attributed to its grip on any surface, including hills, valleys, and uneven surfaces. The wheelchair cannot tip forward or backward as it has caster wheels on both the front and back. Mid-wheel drive wheelchairs continue to lead the market in terms of indoor application and customer satisfaction to these advantages, which also boost wheelchair sales. For instance, in November 2023, Permobil, a manufacturer of power wheelchairs, introduced its latest innovation, the M Corpus. The M Corpus VS is a powerchair designed to redefine mobility for individuals with complex needs. This revolutionary chair combines the maneuverability of a mid-wheel drive base with Permobil's proven power-standing technology, providing users with unparalleled freedom and independence.
The global robotic wheelchairs market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (the UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).
Growing Demand for Robotic Wheelchairs in Asia-Pacific
The regional growth is attributed to increasing technological improvements made by startups and companies for the ease of the immobile population. The major players provide seniors and disabled people with intelligent robotic wheelchairs that come with obstacle detectors and navigation software. They are creating robotic wheelchairs that utilize robotic operating systems and LiDAR sensors, respectively. According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), an estimated 43 million children with disabilities live in East Asia and the Pacific. Thus, RWs are in great demand in the region.
North America Holds Major Market Share
North America holds a significant share owing to the presence of robotic wheelchairs offering companies such as Invacare Corp., Matia Mobility Inc., Sunrise Medical (US) LLC, and others. The market growth is attributed to the increasing introduction of robotic wheelchairs for independent mobility support by enterprises and medical research organizations and is primarily driven by the expanding senior population and early adoption of technology. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in July 2024, more than 1 in 4 (28.7%) adults in the US had some type of disability. 12.2% of US adults had a mobility disability with serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs.
Robotic wheelchairs provide functionality, efficiency, and benefits to users and caregivers. Innovative design reduces manufacturing costs and enables dealers to significantly shorten users' wait time. For instance, in May 2021, Cheelcare, a Canadian innovator of assistive mobility products, introduced Companion Plus - an enhanced version of their front-mount power-assist device for adult and pediatric users of folding and rigid manual wheelchairs. The Companion Plus has the same sleek footprint as the base model from which it is derived. However, it features key upgrades to its motor, controller, tire, mounting hardware, and LCD.
The major companies serving the robotic wheelchairs market include Biobase Biodusty (Shandong), Co., Ltd., Invacare Corp., Ottobock SE, Permobil AB, and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. among others. The market players are increasingly focusing on business expansion and product development by applying strategies such as collaborations, mergers and acquisitions to stay competitive in the market.
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