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Autonomous vehicle is also known as driverless vehicle or robotic vehicle. It is capable of sensing its surrounding and navigating without human intervention. Increase in the number road accidents due to error by humans offers lucrative opportunities to the autonomous vehicles manufacturers during the forecast period, as autonomous vehicles are comparatively safer than human-controlled vehicles. Autonomous vehicles also help in the reduction of carbon dioxide emission in the environment. They contribute to the revenue of various industries such as IT, technology, and electronics. Automobile manufacturers are focused on autonomous vehicles in order to meet the demand of customers, and also to secure their position in the market and improve their product portfolio. Autonomous vehicles can drive on their own without any human intervention, employing inbuilt software, sensors, and communication systems. The driving capability of autonomous vehicles differs based on the levels of automat...

Increasing awareness about health and fitness among people is expected to be a major driver of the global fat bike market. Increasing pollution and rising traffic congestion have increased the demand for eco-friendly modes of transportation. These factors are anticipated to fuel the demand for fat bikes, which are eco-friendly and stylish. Rise in initiatives by governments, such as a dedicated lane for bikes to promote eco-friendly modes of commuting, is also anticipated to propel the market. The high price of fat bikes, as compared to conventional bikes, is anticipated to be a major restraint of the market. Additionally, the rising cost of raw materials coupled with the increasing popularity and demand for motor bikes is projected to hamper the market. Moreover, the absence of specialized cycling tracks and safe mountain trails in developing economies is also likely to hinder the market. A major trend in the fat bike market is the shift toward lightweight materials such as carbon ...

Swim suit also known as swimwear, is apparel designed to be worn for different purposes such as swimming, water polo, water sports, diving, and surfing. Swim suits can also be worn as undergarment in sports and beach activities including backstroke, breaststroke, sun bathing, and freestyle. With growing health awareness, people are more interested in sports activities such as swimming, diving, and surfing, which is expected to drive the market growth in the near future. In addition, manufacturers and designers are focusing on different attractive designs and comfort level of swimsuits which is likely to help the market expand. Swim suits also offer protection from sand, salt, chlorine, and other minerals in the water. Moreover, increase in enrollments by adults for swimming lessons and the increasing number of private swimming pools are benefitting the swim suit market. Men’s swim suit shorts are multi-purpose. They can be used as swim wear and casual wear. Download PDF Brochu...

Pet toys and training products are products made for Pets, which are used for playing and training purposes. The global pet toys and training market is showing a significant growth rate over the years due to the inclination of consumers toward adoption of pets. Toys and training products are extremely useful and help in the physical activities of pets, thus triggering the growth of the global pet toys and training market. The global pet toys and training market has been segmented on the basis of different product and services type, material used, animal type, and distribution channel. On the basis of product type, the market has been segmented into ball type, interactive type, training products, and squeaky products. By ball type, the market can be further segmented into soccer ball, push and play, teaser play and others. By interactive type, the market has been segmented into flyer, tugger, chaser and others. By training products, the market has been segmented into beginner trainin...

Transparency Market Research announces the release of a new research report titled “Laser Processing Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2014 - 2020”. This report states that expanding at a strong CAGR of 10.20% from 2014 to 2020, the global laser processing market is anticipated to rise from a value of US$8.7 bn in 2013 to US$17.2 bn in 2020. The global laser processing market is driven by growing advantages of laser technology over conventional material processing technologies, rising use of laser drilling in oil and gas exploration, government regulations mandating the use of laser technology in marking and engraving products, and increasing applications of laser products in medical devices and surgeries. While emerging applications of laser technology and growing use of disk lasers in industrial applications hold immense scope for growth, the laser processing market is likely to be challenged by high initial costs of laser proce...

A shear pin is a device meant to enable the desired result to occur after a certain force that is predetermined is applied. A shear pin could either work as a conditional operator that doesn’t allow mechanical devices to function without the correct amount of force or merely as a safeguard meant to sacrifice itself in order to shield other mechanical parts. A shear pin functions as a connector from the shaft to the auger. A few common items that could pose a problem include – A frozen newspaper thrown on the driveway during the winter A lawn ornament such as a garden gnome that has blown into the walkway A children’s toy accidentally forgotten in the backyard A dog’s leash A package delivered on the doorstep If not for the shear pin , the augur shaft or gear case could be extensively damaged. It may not even be possible to repair the damage without professional help. With the fail-safe design provided by the shear pin, it is possible to replace ...

Safety Programmable Logic Controller Market: Introduction to programmable logic controllers A programmable logic controller is an industrial digital computer that has been toughened up to adapt for the control of diverse manufacturing processes such as robotic devices or assembly lines, or any other activity that necessitates ease of programming, process fault diagnoses and high-reliability control. All controllers available in the programmable logic controller market essentially serve the same purpose i.e. controlling some mechanical process. The most common programmable logic controller functions are control, sequencing and timing of actions such as turning pumps, valves or motors on or off. Safety Programmable Logic Controller Market: Difference between standard and safety programmable logic controllers A safety programmable logic controller is a dedicated controller specially built to meet certain safety requirements such as the ISO 13849-1, IEC 62061 and IEC 61508 functional s...

Liquid leakage sensors use a special type of cabling to surround possible risk zones. When a liquid comes into contact with the sensor cable, the alarm automatically transmit is activated. The alarm relay gives a volt free contact output which enables it to be used with all types of an alarm system. Liquid leakage sensors offer variety of liquid leak alarms which include text messaging services, flashing beacon, audible alarms, SMS, or even instant water mains shut off valves. Market Overview: An extensive range of Liquid Leakage Sensors such as Chemical-resistance Sensors, Point Sensors, Sensing Bands, and Sensors resilient to high temperatures which are widely used in semiconductor production equipment. Liquid leakage sensors help in protecting vital business or home infrastructure with Liquid leakage sensors that are designed to interface existing building systems and provide early warnings when water, fuel, or chemical leaks occur. Accurate level liquid leakage sensors measure...

The competitive landscape of the global connected car market included players such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors, BMW AG, Sierra Wireless, Audi, Gemalto, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota Motor Corporation, Hyundai Motor Co., Verizon Communications, Delphi Automotive, and Microsoft Corporation. The entry of technology companies in the market landscape has intensified the competition. A number of automotive companies are partnering with technology firms to develop connected cars. The market players have registered an increased demand for 4G technology among users. As it is the fastest connectivity technology, it accounted for over 30% of the market in 2013 with users preferring it to download the latest apps and services in a vehicle. Furthermore, the market players are focusing on developing advanced navigation systems in connected cars. “The growing demand for real time updates about traffic has made the navigation system as the most sought after feature in connected cars,” a...

Vehicles with convertible roof systems can run with or without a roof in place. The techniques of retracting the roof vary between models. A convertible allows an open-air driving experience, with the ability to provide a roof when required. Consumers prefer the classic and sporty look design of vehicles. Convertibles possess such features. Head room is another beneficial factor of the convertible. Without a roof and door frames, passenger probably able to see more around. Therefore, greater visibility while travelling is possible with help of convertibles. Most convertibles can easily be transformed back into a coupe or sedan with the push of a button, making it versatile. These factors are driving the convertible roof system market for automotive. Price and structural strength of the convertibles are key restraints of the convertible roof system market for automotive. The convertible roof system market for automotive can be segmented based on vehicle class, rooftop, vehicle body, ...

The global office furniture market includes all furniture assets in an office such as cabinets, tables, seating furniture etc. Furniture is an important part of modern offices. Office furniture differentiates corporate buildings from residential buildings. Office furniture is also associated with employee productivity and overall work lifestyle of an employee. Employee ergonomics is heavily dependent on the seating furniture and desk furniture at the office. Most employees spend most of their daylight time in office; hence, offices need to provide them with good furniture. Rising service industry, especially information and technology services is a key driver for growth of the global office furniture market . In recent years, service industry has grown significantly. Unlike manufacturing industry, service industry requires big corporate offices instead of big production plants. Service industry is human resource intensive. Quality and scale of the services is heavily dependent on huma...

Armor protection systems are used to protect armored vehicle and soldiers from enemy attacks. The global rising concern for security is resulting into the need for armor protection systems for vehicle and soldier’s safety. The market is expected to witness strong growth during the forecast period. There are several factors driving the demand for armor protection systems globally. The rising concern for terrorist activities in countries like Belgium, the U.S., and France among others has led to need for body armor and armor protection systems for the armed forces. Furthermore, these armor protection systems are flame resistant and shield the soldiers from heat during bomb attacks. Moreover Kevlar body armors are light and extremely strong against bullet attacks. Hence these are also preferred for the defense and law enforcement agencies. In addition, the traditional body armor is gradually being replaced with interceptor body armor systems which include ballistic plates. The bod...

The concept of containerization, is an intermodal transportation process in which the goods are not unloaded or reloaded on to the containers from place to place. Containerization is also carried out by air, in order to transport goods from one region to another in a short period of time. The concept of containerization by air is adopted by the civil airlines as well as by the military forces. Most of the major commercial airlines across the globe have deployed their cargo aircrafts and some passenger aircrafts also carry cargo goods. These airlines use custom made containers for their respective aircrafts with ground handling equipment. The containers are carried on the lower deck for the passenger carrying aircrafts while the cargo aircrafts uses both lower and upper deck for carrying the containers. The major factor driving the growth of the market for air cargo container is the rising demand for transportation of various goods across the globe in a short span of time. Container...

Transparency Market Research’s report “Distributed Control Systems Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends And Forecast 2012 - 2018” delivers key insights of the DCS market. According to this report, the global distributed control systems market is estimated to reach a market value of US$19.8 billion by 2018 and demonstrate a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period from 2012 to 2018.The global distributed control systems market is majorly driven by its elevated use in the oil and gas industry. The report states that the oil and gas industry in the global distributed control systems (DCS) market will reach an estimated value of US$5.1 billion by end of 2018. The oil and gas industry is the leading end user of the distributed control systems (DCS) market and contributed to 20% of the market revenue. However, it is expected that the demand for power which falls under the other end user segment will outpace the oil and gas industry in terms of share in the...

An electric vehicle is referred as an electric drive vehicle, which is utilized as a part of at least one electric engines. Electric vehicle (EV), moreover called battery electric vehicle (BEV), is affected by electric engines energized by rechargeable battery packs. In electric vehicle, no fuel is used and there is no internal combustion engine. Electric vehicle is a transport which is self-driving for travelers, and utilizes the power already stored in the electric motor batteries, which work with the help of internal engine installed in electric motors. Electric vehicle is the vehicle without bounds and is exceedingly liable to make customary vehicles obsolete. Market Overview Electric vehicle utilizes at least one electric engines or footing engines for propulsion. It can be controlled through an authority framework by power from off-vehicle sources, or might act naturally contained with a battery, sun oriented boards or a generator to change over fuel to electricity. Electric v...