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The gait biometrics market size is projected to increase by USD 58.62 million, at a CAGR of 10.6% between 2023 and 2028. The growth rate of the market depends on several factors, including the rising adoption of contactless biometrics, the growing potential use of gait biometrics in geriatric care and increased R&D spending by market companies. Gait biometrics refers to the technology that is used to measure body movement along with the force and pressure exerted while moving. It is used to identify, track, and treat individuals by understanding their body movements.
The market growth and forecasting report includes key players' detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market companies, including BioSensics, CIR Systems Inc., DIH Group, Fujitsu Ltd., GaitTronics Inc., Innovative Sports Training Inc., Mar Systems Ltd., Microsoft Corp., MindMaze SA, Motus Global, Movella Inc, Noraxon USA, Qualisys AB, ScribeLabs Inc., and Tekscan Inc. Additionally BioSensics provides biometrics solutions, including LEGSys and BalanSens, recognized as the first FDA-registered wearable devices. These offerings are designed for the objective assessment of gait, balance, fall risk, and mobility, contributing to advancements in healthcare technology.
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The rising adoption of contactless biometrics is notably driving market growth. Contact biometric technologies such as fingerprint scanners require users to place their fingers on the sensor, which can be unhygienic. Also, the remnants of the fingerprint that remain on the scanner can be copied. Globally, growing concerns over hygiene due to the outbreak of various diseases, such as COVID-19, Ebola, and Swine flu, have made health regulators and officials re-evaluate the spread of these diseases, which includes infection by touching (contaminated) surfaces. Hence, several end-users are focusing on contactless biometrics, which includes retina and iris displays and vascular biometric scanners.
Moreover, contactless biometrics, such as gait biometrics, is faster and more efficient compared with contact biometrics, such as fingerprint sensors. Places where hygiene levels need to be maintained, such as hospitals and airports, are the major application segment for contactless biometrics. Thus, such factors are responsible for the high adoption. Therefore, it is expected to propel the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The growing popularity of GAIT authentication apps in smartphones is an emerging trend shaping market growth. With biometrics being widely accepted among trainers and athletes to track their performance and monitor physical status, the awareness of these products is increasing among individual users. As a result, app developers are introducing apps with gait authentication capabilities. GaitAnalysisPro and Gaitometer are two such apps available on Apple's iTunes store. Furthermore, it helps provide seamless access control over doors and smart locks. Doors equipped with authentication check for gait signature and automatically open for authenticated users using their smartphones.
As a result, even if the phone is stolen, failure to match the gait signature can keep doors locked. Besides, if someone steals their phone, their gait signature cannot match that of the user/owner, and they cannot unlock the door. Thus, the growing popularity of authentication apps in smartphones is expected to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Lack of standardization in GAIT biometrics is a significant challenge hindering market growth. Interoperability is the ability of a system to work or operate with other systems without requiring any extra effort by the user/customer. Firms require a seamless shift while using new technologies so that their workflow remains unaffected. Therefore, firms hesitate to opt for gait biometrics owing to its lack of standardization and interoperability. Biometric solutions such as gait biometrics are available in two types of standard organizations: formal and informal. Companies usually form consortiums to decide upon a standard that is to be followed while manufacturing biometric systems.
Moreover, standardization reduces compatibility issues that firms face while installing these systems. The implementation of compliant biometric solutions assists in the smooth transition of firms to biometric devices. Despite the advanced qualities of biometric systems, the growth in the market is inhibited due to the lack of standardization. Such factors are expected to hinder the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The market share growth by the healthcare segment will be significant during the forecast period. Gait biometrics is steadily being adopted to track patient health in real-time. Gait biometrics can be used for the identification of patients within healthcare facilities, ensuring accurate and secure access to medical records, medications, and restricted areas. It offers a non-intrusive and contactless method of verifying patient identity, which could be particularly useful in environments where hygiene and infection control are paramount.
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The healthcare segment was the largest and was valued at USD 22.19 million in 2018. Further, gait biometrics are used in rehabilitation robotics, which involves the use of automated machines designed to help people with impaired physical functioning, especially in terms of mobility. Assistive robots, such as the Manus assistive robotic manipulator, help people who have lost their limbs move by controlling the wheelchair-mounted robotic arm that is controlled by the user through a chin switch or other input device. Therapy robots, such as MIT-Manus, help patients perform and practice walking and other movements after an injury. They support the weight of a person during gait re-training after a spinal cord injury or stroke. All the abovementioned factors are expected to propel the adoption of biometric systems in the healthcare segment, which, in turn, is anticipated to drive the market during the forecast period.
The assessment segment by type dominated the market in 2023. It is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period owing to the increasing prevalence of gait disorders in the geriatric population and during cerebral palsy. Gait Disorders in cerebral palsy are commonly caused by lower limb spasticity and are the primary reason for orthopaedic consultations. Further, its patterns such as the Parkinsonian shuffle can be used to help in assessing pathological conditions. Thus, the growing prevalence of gait disorders in the geriatric population and developments in assessing pathological conditions are expected to drive the adoption of biometrics for assessment, which, in turn, is anticipated to propel the growth of the assessment segment of the market during the forecast period.
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North America is estimated to contribute 32% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have provided extensive insight into the market forecast, detailing the regional market trends and drivers influencing the market's trajectory throughout the forecast period. orth America was an early adopter of gait biometrics, owing to high economic standards and the availability of resources in the US and Canada. Gait biometrics is highly adopted in the healthcare, sports, research, and rehabilitation sectors in North America. The rising adoption of biometrics to develop new therapies, diagnostics, and therapeutic treatments in the healthcare sector is fueling the demand. The increasing number of startups and rising support from governments are factors that increase the demand for gait biometrics in the healthcare sector.
For instance, the US government, in July 2022, awarded a USD 1.1 million contract to develop biometric facial biometrics systems capable of being accurate over long distances and less-than-ideal conditions. Sensors are deployed on watch towers and drones to identify and re-identify volunteers through facial recognition and whole-body measurements, including gait biometrics, body shape, and proportions. Such factors are expected to drive the regional market growth during the forecast period.
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market research and growth, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth and trends strategies.
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Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
CIR Systems - The company offers gait biometrics such as GAITRite which is a portable pressure sensitive walkway providing temporal spatial gait analysis
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Gait biometrics, leveraging movement patterns, plays a pivotal role in secure authentication systems and network protection across various industries. Widely applicable in the defense, gaming, and forensics sectors, this technology utilizes computer vision and sensor data for law enforcement and military applications. With implications for surveillance and security systems in both government and commercial organizations, the market witnesses ongoing innovations in hardware, software, and services. Its diverse applications span product launches in the military, law enforcement, clinics, sports centers, and research facilities. Gaining traction in mobile applications, smart homes, and connected devices, this technology addresses initial investments and privacy concerns, making strides in the realm of wearable and non-wearable sensors alongside image processing advancements.
Gait Biometrics Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
163 |
Base year |
2023 |
Historic period |
2018-2022 |
Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 10.6% |
Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 58.62 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
9.77 |
Regional analysis |
North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
North America at 32% |
Key countries |
US, Canada, China, UK, and Germany |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
BioSensics, CIR Systems Inc., DIH Group, Fujitsu Ltd., GaitTronics Inc., Innovative Sports Training Inc., Mar Systems Ltd., Microsoft Corp., MindMaze SA, Motus Global, Movella Inc, Noraxon USA, Qualisys AB, ScribeLabs Inc., and Tekscan Inc. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by End-user
7 Market Segmentation by Type
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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