A sensor is a device that consists of very small mechanical devices that measure or respond to the physical changes in the surroundings and convert them into signals. Sensors that are used in automotive applications are called automotive sensors. Automotive sensors are mainly used in power trains, fuel systems, safety systems, and driver support systems. Some of the most important applications of automotive sensors are in electronic stability control and in airbag safety systems of automotive vehicles, which are part of driver safety systems. Moreover, automotive sensors are used to monitor crankshaft position and angle, monitor air pressure in automobile tires, and provide feedback signals to an engine control system.

A traction transformer is a major part of the electric traction system of trains which are powered by electricity. Traction transformers are used to bring down the voltage from the overhead electric line i.e. 15/25 kV to the desired voltage level i.e. 0.7/1.5 kV, for the traction converters in the electric train. Traction transformers are mainly used in high-speed trains, EMUs, electric locomotives, and trams. Traction transformers can be customized as per the end-users' requirements.The Global Traction Transformer market is a fast growing market in the Global Transformer market. ABB Ltd., Siemens AG, and Alstom S.A. are the top three vendors in the market. The growth of the market is mainly driven by the increased need for mass transit systems such as trams and EMUs. The market is expected to witness an improved CAGR of 7.01 percent during the period 2014-2018.

Industrial gear motors and drives are power transmission components that help reduce the complexity and cost of designing and constructing power tools, machines, and appliances that need high torque at relatively low shaft speed.The Global Industrial Gear Motors and Drives market is a steadily growing Engineering market. The market is dominated by the EMEA region, followed by the APAC region and the Americas. The market is expected to witness an improvement in its growth rate, and post a CAGR of 4.98 percent during the period 2012-2016.

An electric generator is a device that produces electrical energy through the conversion of mechanical energy using fuels. Depending on the capacity, generators can be used in industries, commercial buildings or residential buildings. They ensure that end-users receive a continuous and uninterruptable electric power supply during power disruptions. Generators can be segmented into two major segments based on their portability: portable generators and stationary generators. Portable generators are those generators that can be easily moved from one place to other, and they usually provide a power output of between 500 W and 18 kW. They are widely used in residential applications.

Discrete automation refers to the process by which products are manufactured by assembling components and subsystems into larger systems. Discrete manufacturers may use both PLCs and DCSs to operate and control conveyors, motors, inspection systems, robots, and other similar devices that work together to complete the manufacturing process. The Global Discrete Automation market is one of the fastest growing markets in the Global Industrial Automation market.The Global Discrete Automation market is driven by discrete industries, which are currently adopting discrete automation solutions at a rapid rate. The market was dominated by the EMEA region in 2012, followed by the Americas and the APAC region. The Global Discrete Automation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.43 percent during the period 2012-2016.

T&D equipment is an electrical device that enables transferring energy from one place to another. T&D equipment includes a power cable, switch gear and control gear, and transformers. These products are widely used in many power grid or distribution systems. The Power industry and the Construction and Engineering industries are the major end-users of T&D equipment.The Global T&D Equipment market generates a large part of its revenue from the APAC region, followed by the EMEA region. In 2013, the market generated 43.24 percent of its revenue from the APAC region. The Global T&D Equipment market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.45 percent during the period 2014-2018.

A DCS is an automated control system that, rather than being centralized, is distributed across an entire organization. Such systems are distributed in such a way that each component or subsystem of a manufacturing plant is controlled by one or more controllers, thereby providing instructions to different parts of the plant. Thus, instead of having a centrally located control system, each section of the plant has its own control operation. These DCS solutions hence enable the effective and efficient control and management of the overall plant. Furthermore, they also facilitate a reduction in downtime errors and an increase in the productivity of the plant. These DCS solutions are adopted by various industries such as Oil and Gas, Power, Pharmaceutical, Pulp and Paper, Aerospace, Automotive, Shipbuilding, Machinery Manufacturing, Consumer Durables, and Food and Beverage.The Global DCS market is one of the more steadily growing engineering markets. The market is dominated by the Americas, which is followed by the EMEA region. The market is expected to witness an improvement in its growth rate in its coming years and post a CAGR of 3.35 percent during the period 2012-2016.

A lighting control system is an intelligent network-based lighting control technology that can be used separately or in conjunction with other systems such as daylight sensors, lighting timers, or building controls. Over the years, lighting controls have garnered attention as an efficient method to operate lighting systems and thereby save energy. These systems are used to maximize energy savings from lighting systems. The lighting control devices are comprised of various sensors, user interfaces, and control modules that together form a lighting control system. The exhibit below illustrates some types of sensors, user interfaces, and control modules.The Global Lighting Control System market is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the period 2012-2016. The majority of the growth stems from the EMEA region, followed by the Americas and the APAC region. Currently, a major part of the market growth is contributed by the Industrial and Commercial segments. The overall market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.9 percent during the forecast period.

Supercapacitors are a type of capacitors that have very high energy density as compared to common capacitors. In terms of energy storage, supercapacitors are in a category between batteries and conventional capacitors, and are superior to conventional capacitors in terms of functionality. Moreover, they require a shorter time to charge, thereby providing high energy at peak loads with low impedance, which in turn increases current supply. Supercapacitors have applications in the Electronics, Transportation, and Energy sectors and are used as a green energy source in many devices.