根据我国相关条例定义，医疗器械是指：单独或者组合使用于人体的仪器、设备、器具、材料或者其他物品，包括所需要的软件；其用于人体体表及体内的作用，不是用药理学、免疫学或者代谢的手段获得，但是可能有这些手段参与并起一定的辅助作用。其使用旨在达到下列预期目的：对疾病诊断、预防、监护、治疗或缓解；对损伤或者残疾的诊断、监护、治疗、缓解或补偿；对解剖或者生理过程的研究、替代、调节等。

Control rods play an important role in the safety system in a nuclear reactor. Their immediate action makes them indispensable in a nuclear reactor. These rods are mainly used to maintain the required state of fission reaction in a nuclear reactor in all the states, such as the subcritical state, critical state, and power changes. They arealso a vital part of an emergency shutdown system (SCRAM).These rods are made up of neutron-absorbing materials that have high absorption cross-section for thermal neutrons. Boron, hafnium, and cadmium are the materials used for these control rods. By absorbing the neutrons, a control rod prevents neutrons from causing further fission reactions.

A robotic lawn mower is a battery-powered autonomous robot, which is increasingly being employed for the maintenance of grass in lawns and gardens. Apart from cutting grass, it also has the ability to spray fertilizers and insecticides.For market sizing, the period 2017-2021 has been considered, keeping 2016 as the base year. The report does not include products covering areas over 10,500 square meters.Based on end-users, the market has been segmented into consumer and commercial segments.The report also provides a segmentation based on the lawn areas covered by therobotic lawn mowers, including small-sized lawns (up to 800 square meters),medium-sized lawns (between 800 and 1,500 square meters), and large-sized lawns (between 1,500 and 10,500 square meters).

The single-use bioprocessing systems market is rapidly evolving. It focuses on developing disposable bioprocessing equipment and accessories for manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products.Bioprocess is a technique that produces biological materials such as a genetically engineered microbial strain for commercial use. For example, commercially useful chemicals are produced through bioprocess techniques such as microbial fermentation or degradation. The traditional approaches in bioprocessing involve stainless steel equipment that are not just difficult to maintain but also time-consuming and costly.Some of the advantages of single-use technologies over stainless steel technology aregiven in the figure below. These benefits are significant, particularly when it comes to small-volume manufacturing in modular facilities.

Point-of-care (POC) lipid testing is used to measure the lipid level of the blood at a convenient place near the patient. The test also measures high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), cholesterol, and triglyceride level of the blood.The report defines the market by product, which includes instruments and consumables.The report segments the market based on end-users, which includes hospitals and clinics, diagnostic centers, and home healthcare settings.The report segments the market by regions, which includes Americas, EMEA, and APAC.The report presents the vendor landscape and a corresponding detailed analysis of the top three vendors operating in the market. In addition, it discusses the major drivers influencing market growth and the challenges faced by the vendors. It also examines the key emerging trends and their influence on current and future market scenarios.

The report covers the market for products and technologies used for intelligence,surveillance, and reconnaissance missions with respect to naval vessel platforms;both manned and unmanned. The report segments the market by platform type and geography. The report also highlights the various factors contributing to the growth of the market, the upcoming trends, and the key challenges. In addition, it provides a detailed overview of the top vendors in the market.

A carbon ceramic brake rotor is made of ceramic, which is an inorganic solid material. It is very hard and yet light, stable, and water resistant. Carbon brake rotors are one of the superior high-performance braking systems that are commercially available in the market. These high-performance brake rotors help to overcome the drawbacks of iron brake rotors. They offer an optimum braking performance in sports, super sports, and heavy-duty vehicles. In addition to their functional benefits, they aid in the reduction in the overall weight of the vehicle, thereby leading to the improved engine performance and better fuel efficiency.

The military gas mask or field protective mask is used to protect armed personnel from inhaling toxic gases. Also, some gas masks act as respirators, while performing military mission operations during CBRN tasks.The report segments the market by product type and geography. The report also highlights the various factors contributing to the growth of the market, upcoming trends, and key challenges. In addition, it provides a detailed overview of the top vendors in the market.

Air filter is an essential component of a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system as it removes the particulate contaminants from the supplied air, which would be harmful to the occupants of the vehicle. It also forms an essential component of air moving devices, such as fan coils, terminal units, and air handlers, as it removes the dirt that causes the blockage of the coil and imbalance in the fan wheels.

Owing to osteoporosis and accidental cases, a fracture can happen in the lower extremities—legs, knees, hips, and ankles. To treat the bone and soft tissue injury in lower extremities, an orthopedic surgeon can use prosthetic implants, bone implants, bone grafts, screws, nails, and wires to repair the damaged bone and soft tissue.Based on the product, the market is segmented into braces and supporting systems,orthobiologics, and accessories.Based on the procedure, the market is segmented into joint replacement and fracture, nerve diseases, and soft tissue injuries.Based on the end-users, the market is segmented into hospitals and clinics and ASCs.

A group of techniques used to fabricate a model of a part or the entire assembly is known as rapid prototyping. 3D computer-aided design data are used for prototyping.SLA, SLS, LOM, FDM, SGC, and Ink Jet printing techniques are various rapid prototyping technologies that are commercially available. SLA technique is the most widely used, which was developed by 3D Systems. 3D printers were first used in rapid prototyping, which aided in visual presentation models. Prototypes are manufactured to obtain approval from engineers before the ultimate production process becomes operational. At present, many engineering and design organizations use 3D printers for rapid prototyping.

Radiofrequency ablation devices are used to treat medical conditions such as cancer tumors with the help of imaging techniques such as computed tomography (CT),magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound by using minimally invasive (MI) techniques. This involves the use of high-frequency electromagnetic waves to generate heat energy (alternating current). Radiofrequency ablation is used by surgeons to destroy cancerous cells, and remove or trim obstructive tissues and dead nerves. The process is carried out by inserting a special needle through the skin onto the tumor. The procedure targets specific tissue/nerve with radiofrequency electrical energy, heating the tumor through an active exposed electrode tip. The heat generated induces cellular death as a result of irreversible protein denaturation. This technology has wide applications in various medical fields such as cardiac rhythm, oncology, cerebral tumors, gynecology, renal denervation for hypertension, pain management, and cosmetology.

The global arthroscopy devices market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.35% during the forecast period. There is an increased demand for arthroscopy devices in individuals with orthopedic, arthritis, and other musculoskeletal disorders. For instance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2014, more than 72 million people in the US had disc degeneration. The market is also driven by the growing older population in the US, Europe, and Japan. In developed markets such as the US and Germany, the availability of reimbursements for orthopedic procedures is likely to boost the market growth. Also, the market is driven by a growing number of orthopedic disorders such as osteoporosis and arthritis.

Baby car seats are baby-convenient products that are mainly used during traveling in cars. They have foam padding, fabric covers, and a harness, and are used to protect a baby’s head from jerking forward during sudden braking or accidents. These products are available in different varieties depending on the weight and age of the babies. The products are not supposed to be used for more than six years and required to be periodically examined by manufacturers. Higher concern regarding child safety and the growing preference for convenience while traveling is primarily driving the market.

Semiconductor packaging and assembly is carried out to provide extra protection to wafers or substrates. The components are first assembled layer on a layer using wires that can conduct electricity. The unpackaged chip is then put into a casing made up of materials, such as metal, plastic, glass, or ceramic, and containing one or more semiconductor electronic components.

Simulators and virtual training devices are used to reproduce the conditions experienced on the flight deck of aerial platforms, naval vessels, and usage of weapons, target systems, armored vehicles, and missiles exactly.The report covers the market for simulators and virtual training system used for military training. The report segments the market by product type and geography. It also highlights the various factors contributing to the growth of the market,upcoming trends, and key challenges. In addition, it provides a detailed overview of the top vendors in the market.

Selective Complaint Assembly Robot Arm (SCARA) is a parallel-axis jointed robot,which is rigid at Z-axes or vertical scale. This robot can move horizontally with its joint elbow, and function like a human arm.SCARA robots are very useful for high-precision, high-speed operations, and confined workspaces.SCARA robots are significantly used for industry applications such as pick-and-place,assembly, logistics, welding, and palletizing.

石油公司做出调节资本开支的决策并执行需要一定时间，因此油价变动传导到资本开支需要一定时间。同理，从资本开支变动到勘探与开发项目数目及结构变动也需要反应时间，下游油气设备与服务公司业绩变动也因此有一定时间的滞后。

从推广应用型政策来看，进入十三五以来天然气推广力度趋强，2016 年 -2017 年发改委、国家能源局相继发布的《能源发展十三五规划》、《天然气发展十三五规划》，要求 2020 年我国天然气在一次能源消费中占比达到 10%，目前占比在 6%左右，未来发展空间巨大。