A sensor is a device that detects changes in its immediate environment by picking stimulus changes and updates the system electronically. Sensors are engineered to detect chemical, physical, and process changes. A sensor sends out electronic signals, which are measured and recorded, and based on the information a corrective change is executed. There are many types of automotive sensors, such as pressure sensors, wheel speed sensors, temperature sensors, fluid level sensors, and emission sensors.

Premium audio systems deliver high-performance sound experience using a number of speakers, woofers, and other components. Automotive premium audio systems are those with surround sound, eight or more speakers, and power amplification of 400 watts and more, which offer a theater-like sound experience within the vehicle. These high-performance systems are usually part of the in-vehicle entertainment systems in luxury sedans, SUVs, and vans.

The CMM market is a sub-segment of the metrology market; metrological equipment is used for measuring the dimensional,optical,electromagnetic, mechanical, optical radiation, thermodynamic, and time/frequency parameters of a product. It is used during the product development cycle to obtain accurate measurements and enhance the product quality during manufacture. Metrology equipment is classified into three types: coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), optical digitizers and scanners (ODS),and video measuring machines (VMMs).In this industry research report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global coordinate measuring machine (CMM) market for 2017-2021.

Fuse holders are electronic devices that are used for containing, mounting, and protecting fuses. Fuse holders basically come in two types: open and fully enclosed. Open fuse holders are fuse blocks, clips, plug-in caps, and socket varieties. Fully enclosed fuse holders use a fuse carrier, which is inserted into the holder or some other part to fully enclose the fuse.

Air filters are used to filter the incoming air by trapping particulates such as dust, pollen, mold, smoke, debris, and bacteria from the air. These filters are used in a wide range of applications wherein air quality is crucial. In a building’s HVAC system, air filters are a tangible way to improve IAQ, energy efficiency, and performance of the HVAC system. Air filters work as an defensive component by capturing pollutants generated within a building as well as pollutants from the air drawn into a building through the HVAC system.

A kegerator, also known as a beverage dispenser, is a refrigerator that can store and dispense kegs of draft beer and other beverages. The word kegerator is originated by combining two words: keg and refrigerator. A keg is kept in a refrigerated environment and CO2 is used to pressurize and dispense the keg. Therefore, the content kept in the keg remains carbonated and fresh for an extended period of time, generally a couple of months.

A magnetron is a device used to generate microwave frequencies. A magnetron is also called a high-power microwave oscillator, where the potential energy of an electron cloud is converted into radio frequency energy. Within a magnetron, electrons interact with both electric and magnetic fields, which are applied perpendicular to each other. A typical cavity magnetron consists of a metal cylinder having thick walls with symmetrically positioned 8 to 40 cavities acting as an anode. The cathode is placed at the center and is used to release electrons. The space between the anode and cathode is called an interacting space, where a perpendicular electromagnetic field is applicable. A permanent magnet is also placed at the flipside of the cathode of the magnetron. When the magnetron is energized, the electrons emitted from the cathode move in a diverse path within the interacting space.

A gearbox is a mechanical box that transmits energy from one device to another to reduce speed and generate torque. A gearbox assembly includes various components such as gears, shafts, bearing covers, bearing keys, oil rings, and oil seals.

The demand for more energy-efficient dryers (for fruits, vegetables, nuts, and herbs) that can handle a variable load, are multi-purpose, automated, smart, and integrated with multi-functionality like peeling, grating, or cutting, is increasing. Additionally, for drying heat-sensitive raw materials, the focus is shifting from freeze-drying to more economical technologies. To achieve this, players operating in this space are coming up with hybrid or combination technologies that can help reduce cycle time and increase energy efficiency, while still maintaining a high quality of the dried products. However, the industry is highly fragmented with the top five players comprising less than 10% of the market share globally in terms of value, and they compete on the basis of technological innovation and advancements. Players leverage highly on their distribution network, contract relationships, and location advantage to supply heavy and large equipment. Players continue to look for more avenues and additional revenue streams to remain profitable in the market.

Military satellites are primarily used for reconnaissance and surveillance, communications, signals intelligence, navigation, and meteorology. However, as of December 2015, only the US and Russia operated satellites for all the five aforementioned areas. Most countries either use a small number of military satellites or rely completely on commercial satellites for their military requirements.