Evolution in technology and increased R&D for technological innovations by vendors in the healthcare robotics sector have paved the way to introduce patient monitoring and assistance robots. There are two major dynamics that have impacted the healthcare robotics and the adoption over the years. One is the aging population across the globe, which will not only increase the number of patients but also lead to the retirement of the current care staff and nursing professional in hospitals and other healthcare facilities like nursing homes. The other factor is the globalization of healthcare. Healthcare professionals are increasingly using technologies like telepresence robots to consult physicians and specialists in other countries to deliver efficient and speedy healthcare services. This implies that the market for patient monitoring and assistance robots will see a surge during the forecast period.

Remote sensing is one of the most powerful and vital analytical tools of modern science. Previously, remote sensing was used in the instrumentation for space exploration and Earth observation, but recently it has moved further into the commercial market. The end-user segments of this market include the oil and gas industry, wind industry, and weather stations and monitoring sites.

Non-residential humidifiers are used to maintain the suitable moisture content of environmental air in manufacturing facilities, office buildings, clean rooms, data centers, laboratories, and hospitals. The need for humidification of the environment in commercial and industrial facilities is driven by manufacturing process stabilization, the need for a comfortable and healthy work environment in office buildings, or meeting industry indoor air quality (IAQ) codes.

Endoscopy is a minimally invasive medical procedure used for diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of complications in the internal organs of the body. An endoscope is introduced into the individual's body through either the natural cavities or a small incision. The camera or the light source is attached to the tip of the endoscope, which allows the physician or medical professional to view the organs of interest. Most endoscopic procedures are performed in the clinics/hospitals or an outpatient setting. The benefits of endoscopy include low cost, speedy recovery, reduction in the need for open surgery procedures, and less time require for diagnosis. Because of these advantages, many countries provide reimbursement programs, and private health insurance companies are encouraging the use of endoscopic procedures.

Low-voltage ceramic capacitors are the most extensively used type of capacitors in various applications such as electronics, automotive, home appliances, and computers and peripherals. The application of ceramic capacitors dates to the 1930s where they were used in valve or tube circuits. Currently, lowvoltage ceramic capacitors account for 55.51% of the global low-voltage capacitor market.

The latest modification in the payment industry is mobile card readers. Earlier, enterprises were reluctant to accept card payments due to high processing fees and other hardware drawbacks. The development of these devices has encouraged a number of enterprises to accept card payments as they have reduced the hassles surrounding traditional mPOS terminals. Hardware components form the main differentiating factor between traditional point-of-sale (POS) payment terminals and mobile card readers in the market.

The global motorcycle industry is expected to grow steadily at a CAGR of 7.46% during 2017-2021. The growth is attributable to the volatile petroleum prices and fuel efficiency of these vehicles when compared with other automobiles. Furthermore, motorcycles are the preferred mode of commute for individuals in developing markets such as China and India. APAC accounts for a share of more than 80% of the global motorcycle market; the region is expected to maintain its dominant share over the forecast period.

Nanophotonics is the study of light behavior on a nanometer level (10⁻⁹ of a meter). Nanophotonic components are devices that interact with light-emitting devices at the nanoscale level. Photonics refers to light-emitting devices and can otherwise be known as opto-electronics. Examples of nanophotonic components include optical fibers, optical switches, LEDs, optical amplifiers, PV cells, and holographic memory. The use of nanophotonic technology in these devices is relatively new. The development of nanophotonic materials such as nanotubes, nanowires, plasmons, and quantum dots has enabled the fabrication of nanophotonic semiconductor devices. Nanomaterials have enabled chip manufacturers to develop powerful and miniaturized electronic processors that could perform calculations billions of times faster than conventional silicon-based chip processors.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are associated with high mortality rate all over the world. Strokes and heart attacks are two major types of CVD contributing to the growing mortality rate globally. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of CVD resulting in heart attack in the US. In the US, about 370,000 people die due to CHD every year. The EP diagnostics and treatment devices such as ablation catheters, pacemakers, and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are used extensively for the CVD treatment.

A hypodermic needle is an integral part of healthcare for parenteral drug delivery and has been in regular use globally for more than five decades. The global hypodermic needles market has been witnessing continuous technological innovations and developments over the years. The global hypodermic needles market is growing at a steady rate and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.83% in the forecast period.

With the development in technology landscape of FPDs for more than two decades, the FPDs have an expanded base of applications such as laptop, industrial display, TFT-LCD TV, and smartphones. FPD equipment are set of equipment used by FPD manufacturers to manufacture displays for their different product groups. For instance, Samsung uses FPD equipment to manufacture FPDs for products ranging from TVs to smartphones and tablets. The equipment includes CVD systems, sputter systems, etch and ash systems, coater and developers, and array and inspection systems.

Intelligent all-wheel drive (IAWD) systems are upgraded AWD systems, which uses sensors to detect loss of traction of the wheels and directs torque for enabling a smoother and safer ride, especially on slippery roads. A normal AWD system engages all the wheels irrespective of the type of terrain it travels. However, an IAWD system primarily engages a two-wheel drive (2WD) system where only the front two wheels will be engaged. Upon detection of near loss of traction from the wheels, torque will be distributed to compensate for traction loss transforming the vehicle to an AWD. This system results in higher fuel efficiency compared with the traditional AWD system as apart from few instances of poor road conditions, the vehicle primarily runs on 2WD, reducing engine stress.

The demand for more energy-efficient dryers (for fruits, vegetables, nuts, and herbs) that can handle a variable load, are multi-purpose, automated, smart, and integrated with multi-functionality like peeling, grating, or cutting, is increasing. Additionally, for drying heat-sensitive raw materials, the focus is shifting from freeze-drying to more economical technologies. To achieve this, players operating in this space are coming up with hybrid or combination technologies that can help reduce cycle time and increase energy efficiency, while still maintaining a high quality of the dried products. However, the industry is highly fragmented with the top five players comprising less than 10% of the market share globally in terms of value, and they compete on the basis of technological innovation and advancements. Players leverage highly on their distribution network, contract relationships, and location advantage to supply heavy and large equipment. Players continue to look for more avenues and additional revenue streams to remain profitable in the market.

Military satellites are primarily used for reconnaissance and surveillance, communications, signals intelligence, navigation, and meteorology. However, as of December 2015, only the US and Russia operated satellites for all the five aforementioned areas. Most countries either use a small number of military satellites or rely completely on commercial satellites for their military requirements.

Intelligent all-wheel drive (IAWD) systems are upgraded AWD systems, which uses sensors to detect loss of traction of the wheels and directs torque for enabling a smoother and safer ride, especially on slippery roads. A normal AWD system engages all the wheels irrespective of the type of terrain it travels. However, an IAWD system primarily engages a two-wheel drive (2WD) system where only the front two wheels will be engaged. Upon detection of near loss of traction from the wheels, torque will be distributed to compensate for traction loss transforming the vehicle to an AWD. This system results in higher fuel efficiency compared with the traditional AWD system as apart from few instances of poor road conditions, the vehicle primarily runs on 2WD, reducing engine stress.

Headphones are used for listening to audio signals such as speech or music from video and audio devices such as radios, smartphones, MP3 players, desktops, gaming consoles, laptops, and other portable devices. Many headphones are equipped with microphones that allow users to communicate. The growth of the global headphone market is driven by many factors. One of the factors for its growth is advances in technology. The availability of various technologies such as noise cancelation, sound retrieval system (SRS) Wow effect, and extra bass in headphones has resulted in a huge demand for smart headphones worldwide. The increase in adoption of smartphones has led to a rise in the number of users listening to music, which is driving the headphone market.

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