Drone Sensors Market Analysis and Forecast to 2032: By Sensor Type (Inertial Sensor, Image Sensor, Speed & Distance Sensor, Position Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Light Sensor, Current Sensor, Altimeter Sensor, Others), Platform Type (VTOL, Fixed-wing, Hybrid)

Drone Sensors Market Analysis and Forecast to 2032: By Sensor Type (Inertial Sensor, Image Sensor, Speed & Distance Sensor, Position Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Light Sensor, Current Sensor, Altimeter Sensor, Others), Platform Type (VTOL, Fixed-wing, Hybrid), Application (Navigation, Collision Detection & Avoidance, Data Acquisition, Motion Detection, Air Pressure Measurement, Others), End-user (Construction, Media & Entertainment, Precision Agriculture, Personal, Security & Surveillance, Defense, Law enforcement, Transportation, Others), and Region

The global drone sensors market was valued at USD 306.6 million in 2022 and it is anticipated to grow further till USD 2,391.5 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 20.0% during the forecast period.

The drone is a flying robot or aircraft with onboard sensors, a global positioning system, and software that allows it to be remotely controlled or fly on its own. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems are other names for drones (UAS). Previously, Unnamed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) were only employed for military-related tasks like training for air defense target engagements, information gathering, and, more controversially, as a platform for carrying weapons.

Global Drone Sensors Market Scope and Report Structure

Market Trends and Drivers

The integration of advanced technologies is anticipated to boost the growth of the global drone sensors market.

AI technology deployment in drones is becoming more common, owing to the global emphasis on the development of completely autonomous commercial drones. Newer drone models are outfitted with AI-powered flight controllers, allowing them to fly independently and make real-time decisions without human intervention. When combined with other technologies such as LiDAR and IoT, the UAV can also solve the need to supply, operate, and maintain public utilities in rural areas. For instance, in July 2022, Microsoft launched a simulator to train AI systems in drones. The simulator would help in software development and training also allowing them to track how winds may affect the battery life. AI continues to transform enterprises through automation and is emerging as a source of long-term competitive advantages. In the drone industry, AI algorithms detect flaws, leaks, and failures, reducing downtime. The reliance on commercial UAVs will increase as people become more aware of the importance of AI in complicated robot development. Similarly, investment in medical drone delivery has increased, allowing companies to widen their footprints. For instance, in February 2022, Phystech Ventures, a U.S.-based venture capital firm, stated that there had been a USD 5 billion investment in drone technology in the past two years. such aforementioned factors will fuel the market growth during the forecast period.

Market Restraints and Challenges

The growing concern regarding to data safety associated with the commercial and civil applications of drones.

Security concerns about the usage of drones may limit the commercial drone market's expansion. Safety is a fundamental element to prioritize when operating drone technology. UAVs outfitted with high-quality sensors recognize possible collisions and safely engineer their way around them, making them a significant trait. These drone capacities must resemble those of manned aircraft navigators. It is commendable to hire professional drone service providers who can operate an aerial drone without crashing it. Drones operated in heavily-populated regions have an amplified risk of ground impact or damage, mainly due to system malfunction or hacking. Drones also pose a significant danger to aircraft as they can be sucked into the turbines of aircraft if there is a proximity between them, causing significant damage to the propulsion systems. The drones could be hijacked by tampering with the frequency-hopping sensors used in devices that use radio communications. The safety and privacy concerns related to drones are expected to hamper the growth of the market in focus during the forecast period.

Global Drone Sensors Market Segmental Overview

The global drone sensors market is segmented into sensor type, application, platform type, end user, and region.

Global Drone Sensors Market by Sensor Type

Based on the sensor type, it is segmented into inertial sensor, image sensor, speed & distance sensor, position sensor, pressure sensor, light sensor, current sensor, altimeter sensor, and others. The inertial sensors segment is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. Inertial measurement units may be used to provide data for an Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS), which calculates real-time attitude and heading for manned and unmanned aircraft, or an Inertial Navigation System (INS), which calculates position in addition to orientation. For instance, Quartz MEMS IMUs use an inertial sensing element that is micro-machined from a single piece of quartz and driven by an oscillator to vibrate at a precise amplitude.

Global Drone Sensors Market by Application

Based on the application, it is segmented into navigation, collision detection & avoidance, data acquisition, motion detection, air pressure measurement, and others. The navigation segment is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. Electronic compasses in drones give inertial navigation and guidance systems crucial directional data. Drone applications benefit from the improved accuracy and response time features of anisotropic magneto resistive (AMR) permalloy technology sensors, which use substantially less power than competing technologies. Manufacturers of drones can get high-quality data sensing from turnkey solutions in a highly durable and small design.

Global Drone Sensors Market by Platform Type

Based on the platform type, it is segmented into VTOL, fixed-wing, and hybrid. The fixed-wing segment is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. A VTOL can independently and safely opt for take off and land vertically with the use of highly sensitive sensors on a smaller area, and thus, they will perform effectively in the most difficult terrains with minimal noise. It is hence, being considered as a viable option for combat operations and further, battle damage management in various military applications. VTOL drones are also, expected to become a prominent part of the most important equipment in various life-threatening military missions. The most common type of VTOL UAV is a multi-copter drone.

Global Drone Sensors Market by End-user

Based on the end user, it is segmented into construction, media & entertainment, precision agriculture, personal, security & surveillance, defense, law enforcement, transportation, and others. The construction segment is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. The drone helps in collecting aerial footage of the construction site before, during, and after the project as per requirement and easing tasks. The advantage of using drones over the manual construction method is the fact that is saves time, and effort and reduces the risk involved. Drones are a viable tool that offers benefits ranging from on-site safety to remote monitoring. It provides construction contractors with broad, accurate, and detailed aerial information.

Geographical Analysis of the Global Drone Sensors Market

Region-wise, it is studied across the North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The North American region is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. Developed economies such as the U.S., and Canada, have excellent integration of technology through smart & advanced equipment for improving production output over the past several years. Several farmers are dependent on smart agriculture equipment comprising drone technology to improve productivity. Strong growth in the United States and Canada, is responsible for the dominance of North America in the drone sensor market. Different companies are launching new products in the North American market. For instance, in November 2021, AgEagle announced the launch of MicaSense’s Altum-PT. An optimized 3-in-1 sensor integrating ultra-high resolution, panchromatic imaging and thermal imaging to provide unlimited analytical capabilities at leaf-level resolution.

Major Players in the Global Drone Sensors Market

The key players studied in the report are Ainstein (US), Trimble (US), Bosch Sensortec (Germany), TDK InvenSense (Japan), Sparton NavEx (US), Raytheon (US), ams AG (Austria), Infineon Technologies AG (Germany), PrescisionHawk (US), Sentera, Inc. (US), and SlantRange (US) among others.

COVID-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic outbreak has posed unprecedented challenges to governments and communities around the world. During the early phases of the pandemic, with most countries having imposed strict lockdowns to contain the coronavirus, authorities were looking for rapid and efficient solutions to deliver public goods and services. In the initial start of COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 has a significant impact on the manufacturers of Drone Sensor due to disruptions in the supply chain and frequent lockdowns. Further, the economic slowdown and geopolitical matters have limited the Drone Sensor market growth. As the lockdown removed in several regions in 2021, increasing the deployment of drones amid the COVID-19 crisis will be a major driving factor for this market. Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), emerged as the optimal solution to the growing challenges. In Rwanda, Ghana, and Malawi, for instance, drones were deployed to deliver essential medical supplies to remote villages and towns. Private entities, too, stepped up. In April 2020, CVS and United Parcel Service (UPS) started delivering prescription medications to residents in a retirement community in Florida. Drone sensors are the most critical parts that help operators navigate these machines remotely and with UAVs proving instrumental amid the current crisis, the demand for sensors is likely to spike.

Recent Developments

November 2022, Infineon Technologies AG has announced the inclusion of the new XENSIVTM TLE4971 sensor to its current automotive sensor range. The TLI4971 3.3 V devices are the next generation of TLI4971 devices, and they are available in four distinct pre-programmed current ranges: 25 A, 50 A, 75 A, and 120 A. The TLE4971 is suited for automotive use cases such as on-board chargers, high-voltage auxiliary drives, and charging applications due to its small form and cutting-edge sensing.

October 2022, Infineon Technologies AG has unveiled the XENSIVTM connected sensor kit (CSK), a new IoT sensor platform for quick prototyping and development of customized IoT solutions, to assist hardware and software developers in the creation of IoT devices.

July 2021, Precision Hawk has announced a collaboration with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association to offer a new generation of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) training to electric cooperatives across the country.

February 2021, Precision Hawk, Inc. has announced a multi-year partnership with American Tower to transform wireless infrastructure inspections through the use of drone technology and AI-powered analytics. Precision Hawk, developed a software suite for cell tower inspections that includes autonomous drone flying, 3D mapping, and analysis. The autonomous drone and AI technology will be used by American Tower, to check its more than 41,000 wireless communications tower facilities in the United States, with the potential to extend to its more than 183,000 locations globally.

Drone Sensor Market Report Coverage

The report offers a comprehensive quantitative as well as qualitative analysis of the current Drone Sensor Market outlook and estimations from 2022 to 2032, which helps to recognize the prevalent opportunities.

The report also covers qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of the Drone Sensor Market in terms of revenue ($Million).

Major players in the market are profiled in this report and their key developmental strategies are studied in detail. This will provide an insight into the competitive landscape of the Drone Sensor Market industry.

A thorough analysis of market trends and restraints is provided.

By region as well as country market analysis is also presented in this report.

Analytical depiction of the Drone Sensor Market along with the current trends and future estimations to depict imminent investment pockets. The overall Drone Sensor Market Industry opportunity is examined by understanding profitable trends to gain a stronger foothold.

Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis, Pricing Analysis, Case Studies, COVID-19 impact analysis, Russia-Ukraine war impact, and PESTLE analysis of the Drone Sensor Market are also analyzed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How big is the Drone Sensors market?

Ans. The global Drone Sensors market size was USD 306.6 million in 2022 and it is anticipated to grow further till USD 2,391.5 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 20.0% from 2023 to 2032.

Q2. What is the Drone Sensors market growth rate?

Ans. The growth rate of the Drone Sensors market is 20.0%.

Q3. Which region holds a major market share for the Drone Sensors market?

Ans. North America holds a major market share of the Drone Sensors market in 2021.

Q4. Which segment accounted for the largest Drone Sensors market share?

Ans. By platform type, the Fixed-wing segment accounted for the largest Drone Sensors market share.

Q5. Who are the key players in the Drone Sensors market?

Ans. The global Drone Sensors market report includes players such as Ainstein (US), Trimble (US), Bosch Sensortec (Germany), TDK InvenSense (Japan), Sparton NavEx (US), Raytheon (US), ams AG (Austria), Infineon Technologies AG (Germany), PrescisionHawk (US), Sentera, Inc. (US), and SlantRange (US) among others.

Q6. What are the factors driving the Drone Sensors market growth?

Ans. The major factors driving the growth of the market are the integration of advanced technologies in emerging countries.

Q7. What are the key growth strategies of Drone Sensors market players?

Ans. The key growth strategies of Drone Sensors market players are product launch and product approval.

Q8. Which region will provide more business opportunities for the Drone Sensors market during the forecast period?

Ans. The Asia-Pacific region will provide more business opportunities for the Drone Sensors market during the forecast period.

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