Sensor Fusion

Sensor Fusion

Sensor fusion is the process of combining data from multiple sensors to reduce the uncertainty that may be associated with a robot's navigational motion or task performance. Sensor fusion helps create a more accurate world model so the robot can navigate and behave more successfully. Moreover, the next step for distributed intelligent cameras is to use visual sensors and integrate other sensors, such as infrared, sound, or induction loops. The goal is to obtain more reliable and certain information by reducing ambiguity and uncertainty.

The sensor fusion market is expected to grow at a steady rate of around 18.92% owing to the growing demand for autonomous vehicles. In recent years, there has been a significant demand for autonomous vehicles in the North America and Europe region. The demand for autonomous vehicles has rapidly increased in recent years due to advancements in sensor fusions, radar and sensor technology, microprocessors, and self-improving algorithms. Traditional vehicles are susceptible to accidents caused by human error, which is a leading cause of road deaths. However, autonomous vehicles eliminate this risk, providing a safer and more efficient driving experience. For instance, in 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving is dangerous and claims 3,522 lives in road accidents. Furthermore, autonomous vehicles can reduce drivers’ stress and increase productivity. Motorists can rest, play and work while traveling. Parallelly on the other side, autonomous vehicles increased safety, road capacity, and cost savings to consumers. Therefore, to accelerate self-driving cars the demand for fusion sensors has increased in the past couple of years and is expected to increase in the forecast period.

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• Based on type, the market is divided into radar sensors, image sensors, IMU, temperature sensors, and others. The radar segment dominated the market in 2022 and is expected to show the same trend in the forecast period. Radar sensors are usually used in object detection and tracking in aviation and other industries especially in extreme weather conditions where visibility is very low. Moreover, the radar sensor is precisely used in the autonomous vehicle to detect and track pedestrians, and other obstacles. Therefore, the rising aviation industry and the burgeoning adoption of autonomous vehicles cater to the demand for fusion sensors.
• Based on technology, the market is segmented into mems and non-mems. The mems is currently the leading segment and is expected to dominate the segment in the forecast period. The major factor for the growth of the segment is the rising demand for microelectronic devices due to the increasing demand for digital technologies in today’s era, the growing demand for automation in various end-user industries, and advancement in technologies. Additionally, MEMS sensors are produced using the batch fabrication process and leveraging semiconductor techniques.
• Based on industry vertical, the market is bifurcated into automotive, healthcare, electrical and electronics, military & and defense, and industrial. Among these, the automotive segment has dominated the market in 2022 and is expected to follow the same pattern in the forecast period. The major factors behind the growth of the segment are the ongoing demand for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The automotive industry has invested heavily in ADAS technology amid growing demand for improved vehicle safety and autonomous driving capabilities. Sensor fusion plays a vital role in ADAS by integrating data from ultrasonic, radar, camera, and lidar sensors. This integration improves data accuracy and reliability, enabling more complex ADAS functions to be developed.
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• Some of the major players operating in the market include Robert Bosch GmbH, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Continental AG, NXP Semiconductor, Infineon Technologies, Denso Corporation, Renesas Electronics Corporation, Aptiv, TDK Corporation, ST Microelectronics.