Succinic acid is also known as butanedioic acid, 1,2-ethanedicarboxylic acid, and amber acid. Succinic acid is conventionally manufactured by the catalytic hydrogenation of maleic anhydride. It can also be manufactured using either petroleum feedstock or bio-based feedstock. The diminishing supplies of oil and gas have forced manufacturers to look for alternative sources of manufacturing succinic acid. The biobased method is the way toward manufacturing using sustainable and renewable resources. The ease of production of succinic acid through the bio-based route is one of the key factors driving its acceptance across the industry.

Smartphones have become a basic necessity and an integral part of the lives of almost all individuals worldwide. A smartphone is a mobile phone that functions like a computer. It typically has a touchscreen interface, Internet access, and an OS that can run application software or apps that are integrated with other devices and sensors to provide users information on a real-time basis. Smartphones can be used to perform applications, including making calls, instant messaging, taking pictures and videos, browsing the Internet, carrying out financial transactions, creating presentations, and analyzing data. Almost 10 years ago, performing these functions without a computer were considered impossible.

Rugged smartphones are designed in such a way that they can withstand shock, dust, rain, cold, high temperature, and many other demanding environments. The only difference between rugged smartphones and standard smartphones is the toughness. In order to be classified as rugged, a smartphone has to undergo a series of tests. Rugged smartphones are designed for niche markets like the military, law enforcement, oil and gas extraction rigs, and many other markets where the environment is demanding. Now, the rugged smartphones manufacturers are planning for commercialization, and growth can be expected in the global rugged smartphone market if they are successful in commercializing these rugged smartphones.

An industrial robot is employed in manufacturing industries to perform complex operations such as arc welding, material handling, material removal, packaging, picking, and molding, among others. The robots employed in material handling, picking, and welding applications are the largest revenue contributors to the global industrial robotics market. These robots are widely used to perform tasks that are dangerous and unsuitable for human workers. Since 2000, industrial robots have been reshaping the manufacturing industry by providing a wide range of industrial solutions. The demand for high productivity and accuracy in the manufacturing sector is constantly augmenting the demand for industrial robots over the last 10-15 years. Industrial robots are categorized based on the number of axes, process performed, structure type, payload capability, size of work envelope, and speed.

Polyurethane consists of organic components connected by urethane links. The majority of polyurethanes available are thermosetting polymers that do not melt at high temperatures. Polyurethane is conventionally utilized and is produced with the help of a polyol and di or polyisocyanate. Polyurethane additives are the chemical substances that are used in small quantities to enhance the properties of foams, adhesives, sealants, coatings, elastomers, and binders.

The global photo editing software market is driven by its use in professional photography, especially in post-production activities. The demand for proprietary software and free software, such as GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), is high in this market. The rising number of free software is a major challenge to the growth of the global photo editing market. In addition, increasing piracy of photo editing software has become a major threat. The increased use of photo content in social media has propelled the demand for photo editing software. Online photo editing software is increasingly becoming a popular solution for editing photos. PicMonkey and Fotor are some of the major players in this market.

Personal finance software helps to manage credit cards, investments, bank accounts, income, and expenditure of an individual in a smartphone or PC. It has the capability to manage payrolls and monetary transactions by helping an individual to manage monthly expenses efficiently. These software function like a dashboard for the user's money that helps in tracking transactions and alerting the user when a problem arises.

A signal generator is an electronic device used to generate waveform and electronic signals. The electronic signals are either repeating or non-repeating signals, in any of the two domains, namely analog and digital, depending on the requirements and applications for which they are used. These are used to repair electronic devices as well as for troubleshooting, designing, and testing. The signal generators are classified according to their parameters, designs, and dimensions.

Transparent barrier film is a packaging film made up of different types of polymers, based on the application. The global food industry is the major contributor to the growth of the global transparent barrier packaging films market, and contributes around 57.36% share to the market. In the food industry, these packaging films are used to provide both moisture and vapor-resistance packaging for food products. The high barrier property of transparent film provides extended shelf-life for food. Processed food items, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products are the prominent items that are packed using transparent barrier films. Food manufacturers use transparent barrier films packaging as a tool to increase the sales of the food product by projecting the freshness of the food items to the customers.

The global ultrasonic sensors market is expected to grow at a moderate rate during the period of 2017-2021. The Americas is the leading revenue-contributing region in this market; it is followed by EMEA and APAC. The primary reason for the growth in this market is that it is still in its infancy in the context of the industry's potential. The global ultrasonic sensors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.37% during the forecast period.