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The robotic sensors market size is forecast to increase by USD 698.7 million, at a CAGR of 7.08% between 2023 and 2028. The growth of the market hinges on several critical factors shaping industrial advancements. Firstly, the emergence of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing manufacturing and logistics by enabling seamless connectivity and data exchange among machines and systems. This enhances operational efficiency and enables predictive maintenance strategies. Secondly, the rapid growth of industrial automation and robotics is driving efficiency and productivity gains across various sectors, reducing labor costs and improving precision in manufacturing processes. Thirdly, there is a growing demand for sensor technology in smart factories, facilitating real-time monitoring and control of production environments. These factors collectively propel the market forward, fostering innovation in technology and infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of modern industries for connectivity, automation, and efficiency in operations.
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The market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of robotics in various industries, including medical services, manufacturing, automotive, and energy storage. In medical services, robot sensors play a crucial role in conductive robotic surgeries, continuous patient monitoring, and automated drug delivery. In manufacturing, sensors are integrated into industrial robotics to ensure efficient production and improve Industry 4.0 and IIoT solutions. Robot sensors enable automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning in smart factories, control systems, and robotics. TE Connectivity is a leading supplier of sensors for robotic applications. The automotive sector also utilizes robot sensors for automation and quality control. Robot sensors are also used in engineering applications, such as drones and robotic floor scrubbers. The market for robot sensors is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for advanced automation and precision in various industries. The integration of energy storage systems and the use of engineering principles in robotics are also driving market growth. Overall, the market is poised for significant growth in the coming years.
The emergence of IIoT is notably driving market growth. The integration of sensor technologies in robotic systems has significantly transformed industrial automation, particularly in the context of Smart factories. Robotic sensors play a pivotal role in enhancing control systems, enabling precise and efficient robotics applications across various industries. TE Connectivity, ICU, and other leading technology providers are at the forefront of developing advanced sensor solutions for robots used in diverse sectors, including healthcare, logistics, military, and e-commerce. In healthcare, sensors are employed in ventilators and ICUs for patient monitoring. In the logistics sector, robotic floor scrubbers and warehouse robots utilize sensors for inventory management and site monitoring. Drones, a popular application of robotic technology, rely on sensors for propulsion, flight controls, and target acquisition activities.
In the military and defense agencies, sensors are integral to weaponry controls, explosives detection systems, intrusion detection systems, and crime detection systems. As the demand for automation and efficiency increases, e-commerce companies and logistics providers are investing in sensor-enabled robotic systems for their warehouses and distribution centers. These systems streamline operations, reduce workplace injuries and accidents, and optimize electrical resources. Additionally, software solutions and position sensors are essential for autonomous shipping and sea machine robotics, paving the way for autonomous transportation and site monitoring. In summary, the adoption of sensor technologies in robotic systems is driving innovation and efficiency across various industries. From manufacturing to healthcare, logistics, military, and e-commerce, sensor-enabled robots are revolutionizing the way we work and operate, ensuring safety, accuracy, and productivity. Thus, such factors are driving the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The development of next-generation robots is the key trend in the market. Robotics technology encompasses sensor technologies that play a pivotal role in the development of advanced robotic systems for various industries. Industrial robots, a significant application of robotics, have seen substantial growth due to advancements in manipulation technologies, such as gripping, mechatronics, drives, and motion controls. These innovations have expanded the use of robots in manufacturing sectors for tasks like loading, packaging, and material handling. Moreover, the second generation of robots has emerged, integrating sophisticated 3D-vision systems and sensors with intelligent algorithms to detect human presence and machines. This expansion in navigation and perception technologies has broadened the business scope in robotics, particularly in the realm of smart factories and automation.
Moreover, beyond manufacturing, robotics technology has found applications in various sectors, including logistics and e-commerce, where robotic floor scrubbers and warehouse robots optimize inventory management and streamline operations. In the military and defense sector, robots are employed for combat tasks, sniper selection, target acquisition activities, and security systems, relying on sensors for explosives detection, intrusion detection, and crime detection. Drones and autonomous shipping are other emerging applications of robotics technology, with position sensors and software solutions enabling propulsion, flight controls, site monitoring, and weaponry controls. As technology advances, the potential applications continue to expand, offering significant opportunities for innovation and growth. Thus, such trends will shape the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Challenges in delivering high quality at low cost is the major challenge that affects the growth of the market. Robotics sensors play a pivotal role in enhancing the functionality and efficiency of robotic systems, particularly in Smart factories and industrial automation. Sensor technologies, such as position sensors, angle sensors, and force sensors, are integral components of robotic control systems and robotic systems, including robotic floor scrubbers, quality inspection systems, screw driving machines, and more. TE Connectivity, ICU, and other leading sensor manufacturers cater to the growing demand for advanced sensor solutions. However, the cost of developing and producing these sensors remains a significant challenge due to the small size of the industry and the need for customization. Customization ensures the required accuracy and reliability for various applications, such as in healthcare for ventilators, military and defense agencies for combat tasks, sniper selection, and target acquisition activities, and security systems for explosives and intrusion detection.
In addition, sensors are increasingly being used in drones, e-commerce companies' warehouses and logistics, autonomous shipping, software solutions, and site monitoring. The cost of sensors has decreased over the years due to the availability of off-the-shelf varieties, but the demand for customized solutions persists. Propulsion, flight controls, and weaponry controls in various industries also rely on sensor technologies. Sea machine robotics, autonomous shipping, and software solutions further expand the application areas for these sensors. Hence, the above factors will impede the growth of the market during the forecast period
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, 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 analysis strategies.
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Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG - The company offers joined venutrobotic sensors such as UA18 and UA30 Ultrasonic sensors.
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The industrial robots segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The Robotic Sensors Market encompasses various sensor technologies that play a crucial role in enhancing the functionality and efficiency of robotic systems in diverse industries. In Smart factories, sensors integrate with control systems to optimize production processes, ensuring quality and reducing injuries and accidents in the workplace. TE Connectivity, ICU, and Ventilator manufacturers leverage sensors for medical applications, while drones and robotic floor scrubbers utilize sensors for positioning and navigation. E-commerce companies and logistics providers employ sensors in their warehouses for inventory management and warehouse robots.
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The industrial robots segment was the largest and was valued at USD 1.09 billion in 2018. Military and defense agencies utilize sensors for combat tasks, including sniper selection, target acquisition activities, security systems, explosives detection systems, and crime detection systems. Sensor technologies also power propulsion and flight controls in drones and autonomous shipping, as well as site monitoring and weaponry controls. Sea machine robotics and software solutions further expand the application scope, addressing the needs of industries such as oil and gas, renewable energy, and construction.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 48% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. The global market for robot sensors is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing adoption of medical service robots for conductive surgeries and continuous patient monitoring. Robot sensors play a crucial role in these applications, providing high-end features such as linearity, hysteresis temperature compensation, and low-cost operations. In industrial robotics, sensors enable automation in manufacturing processes, including polishing, deburring, painting, material handling, and industrial laser range sensors, proximity sensors, and ultrasonic sensors. In automotive manufacturing facilities, robot sensors are integral to Industry 4.0 and IIoT solutions, facilitating automation, artificial intelligence, energy storage, engineering, machine learning, and robots, particularly collaborative robots and IoT devices. Augmented Reality and cloud computing are also transforming industrial factories into intelligent factories, further boosting the demand for robot sensors.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD million" for the period 2024 to 2028, as well as historical data from 2018 to 2022 for the following segments.
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The market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of industrial robotics and automation in various sectors. Robot sensors play a crucial role in enabling robots to perceive their environment and interact with it. In the medical field, robot sensors are used in medical service robots for conductive surgeries, continuous patient monitoring, and automated drug delivery. In industrial applications, robot sensors are integrated into manufacturing robots for tasks such as polishing, deburring, painting, material handling, and more. Industrial robotics is a major contributor to the market growth, with automotive manufacturing facilities being a significant end-user. The integration of Industry 4.0, IIoT solutions, and artificial intelligence in industrial processes is driving the demand for advanced robot sensors. High-end features such as linearity, hysteresis, temperature compensation, and low-cost operations are essential for robot sensors in industrial applications.
In addition, collaborative robots, also known as cobots, are gaining popularity in industries for their ability to work alongside human workers. These robots require sensors for force/torque detection, proximity sensing, and ultrasonic sensing to ensure safe and efficient collaboration. The automotive sector is also adopting collaborative robots for assembly line tasks, which is expected to boost market growth. The energy storage, engineering, and machine learning industries are also adopting robotics and sensors for various applications. IoT devices, Augmented Reality, cloud computing, and intelligent factories are some of the emerging trends in the robotics industry that are expected to drive the demand for advanced robot sensors.
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Report Coverage |
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Page number |
144 |
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Base year |
2023 |
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Historic period |
2018-2022 |
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Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
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Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 7.08% |
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Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 698.7 million |
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Market structure |
Fragmented |
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YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
6.49 |
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Regional analysis |
APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
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Performing market contribution |
APAC at 48% |
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Key countries |
China, US, Japan, South Korea, and Germany |
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Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
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Key companies profiled |
Balluff GmbH, Baumer Holding AG, Carlo Gavazzi Holding AG, Cognex Corp., Daihen Corp., FANUC Corp., Honeywell International Inc., ifm electronic gmbh, Infineon Technologies AG, Keyence Corp., Novanta Inc., OMRON Corp., OnRobot AS, Roboception GmbH, Schneider Electric SE, Seiko Epson Corp., SICK AG, TE Connectivity Ltd., Tekscan Inc., and Velodyne Lidar Inc. |
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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 market 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 Application
7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunity/Restraints
10 Competitive Landscape
11 Competitive Analysis
12 Appendix
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