Rubber processing equipment is used to process raw rubber. Processing methodologies include mastication and other methods like mixing, extrusion, and calendering. These processes give shape to the final product. The mastication processing method breaks down the polymer chains to reduce the molecular mass and increase viscosity. This aids in further processing. After the first processing step, several other activities can be executed such as mixing of materials that are ready for cross-linking.

The global RF duplexer market is forecast to grow at a rate of 12.24% CAGR during the forecast period. The market is expected to grow to $2.8 billion by 2020. The key vendors in the market include Broadcom, Murata, TDK, and Qorvo. They are engaged in stiff competition by offering cutting-edge products catering to the smartphone, STB, laptop, and tablet segments. The smartphone segment is the largest application segment in the global RF duplexer market with a 76.5% contribution to global revenues in 2015. It will continue to dominate during the forecast period.

Mobile phone accessories include hardware that is used for additional purposes and is not necessary for the operation of mobile phones. Headphones, earphones, chargers, batteries, portable cases, memory cards, power banks, and portable speakers are some of the most commonly used phone accessories. The growing shipments of smartphones across the world is driving the adoption of mobile phone accessories. The increased adoption of smartphones is leading to a greater demand for phone accessories such as power banks and chargers, which will fuel the growth of the global mobile phone accessories market. The growing availability of counterfeit products in the market is hindering the revenue inflow of leading vendors.

The semiconductor market is shifting toward complex and miniaturized devices. Semiconductor device manufacturers need higher inspection sensitivity as they move toward lower node sizes (10nm and beyond). The migration will introduce complex structures and designs, as well as new materials.

NDT techniques are used to find discontinuities in test materials. NDT equipment is used to examine and evaluate the properties of an object, system, or material without damaging it. Some NDT methods such as UT, radiography testing, TOFD testing, and phased array are known for high accuracy, reliability, reproduction of output, and material characterization. NDT equipment comprises three major technologies: ultrasonic, radiography, and visual testing.

Smart headphones include Bluetooth compatibility, noise cancellation available with HD and Blu-ray sound format, 3D surround sound, and features like increased storage capacity, and water resistance. With the growth in the home entertainment sector, headphones are fast becoming compatible with these technologies. One of the major technologies that are likely to foster the market growth during the forecast period is laser technology. Lasers illuminate the wires with the beat of the music. Also, data exchange between headphones using radio transmission is expected to fuel the market growth during the forecast period.

With numerous studies highlighting the ill effects of the chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides used in various everyday products, more people are exploring products, especially foods, that do not contain these substances. The organic baby food market caters to the niche consumer segment that looks for safe and nutritious alternatives to conventional packaged baby foods. Vendors offer novelty in products and attractive packaging to gain a strong foothold in the market. Existing baby food manufacturers have expanded their product ranges to include organic variants, sometimes through mergers and acquisitions. New entrants have also forayed into this sector with specialized offerings, in order to tap the vast potential.

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease that can affect both males and females. It is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The bacterium grows in warm and moist areas of uterus, reproductive tract, fallopian tubes, and urethra. It can also grow and infect the throat, mouth, and anus. Women are more likely to contract this disease than men. Based on the Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance 2009 report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that gonorrhea is the second most common communicable disease in the US.

The global fusion splicer market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.93% during 2016-2020. In 2015, the telecommunication segment was the highest contributor to the overall market, with a 63.83% market share. The demand for fusion splicers is growing in the segment, which is expected to expand its presence further in the global market. The fiber-optic technology uses thin strands of glass or plastic called optical fibers. Optical fibers use light to transmit information between two places. An optical fiber is a thin cylinder of dielectric material, which is capable of transmitting messages modulated onto light waves. Fusion splicers are used to join two optical fibers using heat. They offer high-strength, permanent, and low-loss joint, and plays an important role in the optical network.

The suppression or filtering of electromagnetic noise in connectors can be achieved by adding diodes and capacitors to separate interfering high-voltage or high-frequency noise from the desired lower frequency signals. These connectors are called filtered connectors and have been used in the industry for more than three decades to provide cost- and space-effective solutions to EMI problems. They can be used in multiple applications such as satellites, avionics systems, communications, missiles, consumer electronics, and medical instruments.