Globally, the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), consumer electronics, furniture and furnishings, apparel, and beauty products segments are exhibiting considerable growth potential. The demand for leather goods is expected to increase with the growing disposable income and the rising millennial population, an attractive target group for these products. A key growth factor during the forecast period will be the increasing influence of social and digital platforms on consumers. In addition, services such as free shipping and product returns that enhance consumer experience will also play a pivotal role.

In the leather production process, tanning is the second step after the preparation of the hide and is followed by the crusting process. The conversion of raw hides or skins into leather is known as tanning. Hides and skins possess the ability to absorb tannic acid and other chemical substances that prevent them from decaying, besides making them resistant to wetting and keeping them durable and supple. The surface of hides and skins contains hair and oil glands and is known as the grain side. The flesh side of the skin or the hide is much thicker and softer compared with the grain side.

Cancer that starts from hematopoietic stem cells of the bone marrow is referred to as leukemia. Leukemia can be chronic or acute depending on the maturity of the cells. Also, based on the bone marrow cells from which cancer starts, leukemia can be categorized as lymphocytic or myeloid. Hence, based on these categorizations, leukemia can be broadly classified into four types.

The incapability of light to penetrate obstructions and walls ensures that data transmitted will be limited to the room or space. This property makes Li-Fi more secure than Wi-Fi. In addition, Li-Fi does not cause electromagnetic interference. Although the LED bulb must be kept on for transmitting the signal, it can be lowered as per needs. Data can be transferred using Li-Fi technology through all types of light, regardless of their spectrum. Moreover, Li-Fi ensures that a user does not necessarily have to be in a Wi- Fi enabled region, and can surf the internet by being around a source of light.

Limestone is a naturally occurring and abundant sedimentary rock consisting of high levels of calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, or dolomite (calcium magnesium carbonate CaMgCO3) along with other minerals. After mining, limestone is initially crushed using a primary crusher and depending on the required size. It is further crushed using a secondary or tertiary crusher to reduce its size further. Then it is screened into various sizes for the commercial end-use applications.

Owing to the innovative additive manufacturing approaches taken by both the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and component suppliers, the overall manufacturing cost for aircraft components is anticipated to decrease. This is expected to propel the adoption rates of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology in the production of commercial aircraft parts.The growing adoption of lightweight and fuel-efficient aircraft will also influence the acceptance of 3D printing technology globally. Owing to the substantial investments, the Americas will have the highest market share of 43.56% in 2020,followed by APAC with 31.24%.The increasing efforts to develop miniaturized jet engines will drive the adoption of 3D printing technologies among engine and component manufacturers across the globe. Also, it is expected that there will be increased collaborations among OEMs and computer-aided design (CAD) technology providers, which will ensure further advancements in the existing 3D printing technology.

The automotive segment is a key application area for aerogels and accounted for a 4.9% share of the global aerogel market in 2015. The segment is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 28.06% during the forecast period. The demand for aerogels is growing from the automotive segment owing to their unique properties like excellent thermal resistance, enhanced acoustic insulation, light weight, reduced thickness, and fire and water resistance.In terms of form, the blanket form is the largest segment of the market. It was the first form of aerogels that was commercialized for end-use applications.In terms of application, the oil and gas segment dominated the market in 2015 with a share of 68.5%. Reduced thickness and superior insulation properties of aerogels are of prime importance for the oil and gas industry. The demand for aerogels is high for oil and gas applications as this industry is more temperature-sensitive, and employs the transportation of unprocessed hydrocarbons over long distances.North America is the largest region in terms of consumption of aerogel materials, and had a 51.2% share of the market in 2015. Globally, the region is leading the global aerogel market with respect to product innovation, and in terms of quality and application development. The North American aerogel market is largely driven by the oil and gas segment, where the demand for advanced solutions that combine reduced thickness and superior insulating properties with low thermal conductivity is high.

Acrylic acid and its derivatives is a broad category of chemicals that finds extensive applications in the manufacture of a wide range of compounds that are used in surface coatings and adhesives and sealants, construction, automotive, personal care products and cosmetics, and many other industries.Acrylic ester is the most widely consumed derivative of acrylic acid, accounting for 51.98% of the market in 2015. This compound is used as a water-based coating and finds extensive applications in most end-user industries.Asia-Pacific (APAC) was the largest market for acrylic acid and its derivatives in 2015, accounting for 33.02% of the market. The market in the region will grow considerably over the forecast period to reach 36.37% in 2020. The growth can be attributed to factors such as industrialization, rising disposable incomes, and population growth.Acrylic hybrids, such as alkyd-acrylic hybrid and epoxy-acrylic hybrid, have been gaining prominence in recent years as they offer superior characteristics over conventional acrylates.

The growth of the global 360-degree camera market is driven by the growing popularity of virtual reality (VR) technology. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 34.85% during the forecast period.We expect 360-degree cameras to have fast growth like many technological products. This fast growth can be attributed to the short lifespan of next-generation technologies. As technologies in gaming are upgraded every five years, 360-degree cameras become more of a necessity than a luxury.Globally, the population in Spain is the most aware of VR technology. It is estimated that 96% of the population knows about the technology. We expect Spain to be the fastest-growing market for 360-degree cameras during the forecast period.A number of vendors are expected to enter the market during the forecast period.This will lead to price wars resulting in a decline in the average selling price (ASP) of 360-degree cameras.This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global 360-degree camera market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market size, the report considers the revenue generated from the sales of 360-degree cameras for VR applications.

Blended learning has made knowledge delivery more productive and efficient.Through this model of learning, instructors share their resources and instructions online for students to easily access the shared study material at their convenience.With the growing needs of students and academicians, regulators have emphasized the use of blended learning methods in the education industry more than raditional learning methods. As a result, there has been a high demand for generic e-learning courses. Benefits associated with generic e-learning courses,such as re-usability at the end-user's disposal with fewer internal resources and cost-efficiency, in comparison with customized courses are attracting customers.The emergence of course aggregators in the form of online marketplaces will benefit vendors as they will be able to cater to a larger consumer base and promote their offerings through discounts and bulk offers. Delving into the market from the technological perspective highlights the emergence of innovative and rapid content authoring tools. It has significant implications for the education and corporate sectors. The bundle of benefits associated with these tools is driving their adoption. Institutions are using authoring tools to build interactive and engaging content to enhance the quality of their course content.