The NPWT market is currently being driven by factors, such as the rising prevalence of chronic wounds and growing diabetic population. This leads to a higher number of diabetic foot ulcers and increase in the geriatric population across the world. Few factors are hindering the market growth, which includes the high cost of the NPWT therapy, and complications associated with NPWT devices. The market is witnessing continuous advancements in the products and technologies used. Companies, such as 3M (Acelity LP Inc.), Smith & Nephew, and ConvaTec Group PLC, hold large market shares, in the NPWT devices. Single-use NPWT products are gaining popularity over traditional products in the area of wound care treatment. For example, key players, like Smith & Nephew, have launched a single-use NPWT, PICO, which has gained tremendous popularity, worldwide. Fur ther, ConvaTec Inc. launched the Avelle™ Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (“NPWT”) system. It is the first and only device of this technology, combining negative pressure with the advantages of Hydrofiber® technology. Thus, advancements in technology in negative pressure wound therapy products may drive the market growth, during the forecast period.

The location-based services (hereafter referred to as LBS) have emerged during the past few years, whether used for locating the nearest restaurant, or adver tising deals to those shoppers who are in close proximity to retail stores. LBS provide the users access to relevant and up-to-date information about their surroundings and allow businesses to provide updates to their customers regarding their orders. All these applications of LBS offer a dynamic user experience, providing a convenient method for the interaction of business enterprises with the customers.  The fastest developing positioning methods are based on a combination of mobile positioning and satellite-based GPS. With more popular methods, like cell global identity (CGICTA) and enhanced observed time difference (E-OTD), the practical precision falls in the range of 50–1000 m. These technologies create opportunities for the end users, based on the accuracy needed for the location identification for specific applications.  Location can be determined using E-OTD, observed timed difference of arrival (OTDOA), wirelessassisted GNSS (A-GNSS), and hybrid technologies, which combine A-GNSS with other standard techniques. Better location and accurate speculated time of arrival in real-time can be offered to the commuters and service seekers, with the use of location-based services that track the vehicular movement. This is expected to gain a significant market base, along with the countries across the world trying to achieve their transportation goals as a part of their smart city projects. These developments are expected to create increased opportunities, particularly in the Latin American and Asia-Pacific markets, over the forecast period.

The benefits of total laboratory automation include reduction of human errors in specimen handling, enhancements in overall process control, and faster turn-around-times (TAT) from specimen collection to test result reporting. Across various industries, laboratories are a vital part of manufacturing and scientific research organizations. The primary goal of research and diagnostic labs is to provide high quality and reliable information, which fulfills the industry needs. The use of manual systems hampers data quality during the transferring process. Currently, technological advancements and increasing pressure to deliver results have led to the use of automated systems in laboratories. The adoption rate of automated systems is increasing, due to its accuracy, advanced data management capacity and reduced repetitiveness, and ultimately reducing the human intervention, and thereby, increasing throughput and accuracy. Many core labs are looking to enhance testing efficiency and better manage resources by upgrading to total laboratory automation (TLA). Although total lab automation can be challenging to plan and implement, it is particularly suited to laboratories that conduct a broad spectrum of highly automated testing coupled with sophisticated laboratory information systems. TLA avoids the duplication, delays, and waste that can occur with task targeted automation.

Mechanization in the agricultural sector played a vital role in terms of transformation, especially in the high income countries Additionally, in the emerging markets (such as African countries, ASEAN countries, and other developing countries), the adoption rate of mechanization in the agricultural sector has been gradually increasing, since the past few years Some of the major factors driving the demand for mechanization are rapid urbanization, growth of medium sized farms, and rising rural wages, along with seasonal labor shortages The rising demand for mechanization, along with an increasing number of medium scale farmers, is driving the adoption of tractor hiring in Ghana and other African countries, majorly in the south of Sahara This is expected to allow tractor owners to fully utilize their machines, while providing services to farmers who cannot afford their own tractors. In October 2018 FAO and the African Union launched a new framework that aims to increase agricultural efficiency, while reducing hard work and labor, by helping countries in Africa to develop strategies for sustainable farm mechanization

pH sensors and analyzers are a critical part of the process analytics industry. Most of the sectors that engage in manufacturing and processing of liquids, ranging from water to complex chemicals, use pH sensors to find the pH value of fluids in several industrial processes, to assess the quality of liquid and water being used in production processes. The application of pH meters is mainly found in power plants and water treatment plants, as well as the pharmaceutical, chemical processing, mining, oil and gas, and food and beverage industries. For instance, a pH sensor is used to analyze the drug efficiency and ensure a proper pH level of water to manufacture the drug in the medical industry. Similarly, the calculation of the desired amount of pH is necessary for food and beverage production. According to Endress+Hauser, a leading provider of pH sensors in the global market, pH measurements account for over 30% of all quality relevant measurements in processes. Moreover, an economic survey conducted by the Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) indicates growing global investment in the process analytics industry, which is primarily triggered by concrete business developments in the key sales markets. The German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (ZVEI) established that this situation created a positive business environment for the measurement and process automation industry, while augmenting the demand for process analytics instruments, such as pH sensors and analyzers.

The stretch marks treatment market is largely driven by the rising burden of obesity can result in an exponential rise in stretch marks. Lifestyle-related disorders are found having a great influence on the body. Avoiding alcohol, drugs, exercising, and following a healthy diet aid in staying healthy. For instance, as per the WHO it was stated that most of the world's population live in countries where overweight and obesity kill more people than underweight. These factors indicate that there is a high burden of obesity in the world, which is augmenting the number of people having stretch marks. Moreover, there are approximately 44% of unplanned pregnancy cases in Europe and 38% in Asia, which may lead to high growth of the stretch marks treatment market, due to the rising number of pregnancy cases. Because the stretch marks are associated with gestational change that affects between 50% to 90% of women, depending on the race and age of the population. Many women develop stretch marks during their first pregnancy.

The burden of chronic diseases is increasing worldwide. Factors, such as aging population and behavioral changes in lifestyles, are leading to long-term health problems, and their treatment can be expensive. Most deaths by chronic diseases can be attributed to cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and neurological disorders. This rise in the burden of such diseases is contributing to the growth of the prefilled syringesmarket. The market for prefilled syringes is believed to grow, owing to factors, such as increasing adoption of self-care devices, and benefits associated with prefilled syringes. The prefilled syringes make injections easy, accurate, and safe for both patients as well as doctors. Pre-filled syringes have emerged as one of the fastest-growing choices for unit dose medication, as the pharmaceutical industry seeks new and more convenient drug delivery methods that improve safety and efficiency while reducing costs. The increasing applications for the treatment of chronic diseases are leading to the increased demand for prefilled syringe in the market. Prefilled syringes have been used to deliver drug categories, such as vaccines, therapeutic proteins, blood stimulants, and more. The rising preference of these syringes, along with the increasing disease complications, has led major players to increase their R&D expenditure, which is fur ther acting as major driver for the market growth.

The global lithium-ion battery recycling market is associated with the major battery manufacturing companies and some independent recycling companies as well. The varied range end-source companies that are present in the market provide opportunities to the other players willing to bear the high risks involved in the industry. This chapter details the latest strategies and technological developments adopted by the key market players in the lithium-ion battery recycling market. In order to lead the market as well as engage in the process of market growth, a company needs to work in collaboration with the top market leaders, acquire the relatively weaker companies, bring new and efficient technologies to the market, and enrich the existing process. This chapter details the latest strategies and developments adopted by the key market players in the global lithium-ion battery recycling market. The key players actively taking part in the lithium-ion battery recycling market are SungEel HiTech Co. Ltd., and GS Engineering & Construction Corp. (GS E&C), among others. Some of the key strategies adopted by the key market players are listed in the following figure.

Vendors in the market are offering radar sensors based on the range and the technology (continuous and pulsating). The long-range radars applications are based on 77-GHz frequency. However, 79 GHz is gaining traction for short and mid-range applications, like industrial and automotive, owing to the higher form factor with 3X smaller antennas. It is also benefiting from a wide frequency band of 4 GHz (77 to 81 GHz). Radar sensors have become an integral part of the smart home market, particularly offering contactless control for lighting, air-conditioning, sanitary systems, and automatic door, as well as for security systems, such as alarms, access control, and tracking applications. Due to the robust growth, the autonomous car is instrumental in driving the radar sensor market. The radar technology is driven by the new car assessment program among the OEMs, as they integrate these systems to complement camera devices for ADAS applications. Radars, combined with other sensors, provide enhanced information on safety and collision avoidance. Vendors in the market are building capabilities and investing in acquiring exper tise specific to the automotive industry, which is expected to not only hold the prominent share of the radar sensor market but also expected to augment the demand even further, over the growing demand of EVs. The vendors are expected to invest in new and emerging technology and product capabilities development for the sensors to add value to the offerings and help themselves to remain relevant in the market.

An industrial control system (ICS) consists of combinations of control components, such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic, that come together to achieve an industrial objective (e.g., manufacturing, transportation of matter, or energy). The control part of the system includes the specification of the desired output or performance. Control can be fully automated or may consist of a human in the loop. The systems can be configured to operate in the open-loop, closed-loop, and manual modes. With the large-scale, continuous, and highly parameterized industrial devices, the need for industrial automation systems is continually increasing. The present-day industrial control systems have evolved from existing physical systems to the addition of IT capabilities, often replacing or supplementing physical control mechanisms. Thus, to independently meet the requirements of safe start-stop, stable operation and optimal operation of industrial production systems, it has become a necessity to automate various industrial products and manufacturing systems seamlessly.