Segments - Microelectromechanical System (MEMS) Sensor Market by Sensor Type (Accelerometers, Motion Sensors, Humidity Sensors, Inertial Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Optical Sensors, Ultrasonic Sensors, Proximity Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Environmental Sensors, Gas Sensors, and Others), Application (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Telecommunication, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensor market size was USD 83.02 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 173 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 8.5% during 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the increasing adoption of mobile phones and growing demand for consumer electronics.
Increasing adoption of mobile phones is expected to boost the demand for microelectromechanical system sensors. MEMS sensors are installed in mobile phones to track different motions,such asshaking, tilting, swinging, and rotating, which accordingly changes the orientation of mobile phones. Moreover, the compass app in mobile phones requires MEMS sensors to determine user location with respect to magnetic north. Therefore, the rising adoption of mobile phones is estimated to propel the market. For instance,
According to a report, the number of mobile devices operating across the world was 15 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach 18.22 billion by 2025.
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors are made up of electronic and mechanical components that sense acceleration, rotation, angular rate, vibration, and displacement. Accelerometers, motion sensors, humidity sensors, inertial sensors, pressure sensors, optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors, proximity sensors, and temperature sensors are some types of microelectromechanical systems sensors. MEMS sensors are widely used in electronic, automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, healthcare, telecommunication, and other industries to measure acceleration, tilt, vibration, and movement.
Growing demand for consumer electronics is projected to drive the market. Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors are utilized in consumer electronics devices, such as smartphones, gaming consoles, and tablets, to provide a variety of features, including vibration sensing, tilt detection, and motion tracking. Moreover, humidity sensor, a type of MEMS sensor, isused in air conditioners to control the humidity level in a room, which increases their adoption in consumer electronics.
The COVID-19 pandemic hampered the demand for microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensors. Governments around the world witnessed the severity of COVID-19 infection, which encouraged them to impose lockdowns and social distancing. This hindered the production of MEMS sensors. Moreover, the shortage of labor and the closure of international trade impeded the production of motor vehicles, which hampered the demand for microelectromechanical system sensors, as these sensors are used in vehicles to measure acceleration and temperature of the engine, there by improving performance and lifetime. For instance,
According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, a 16% decline was registeredin global auto production in 2020.
The implementation of artificial intelligence in microelectromechanical system sensors creates immense opportunities in the market. AI in microelectromechanical system sensors provides significant benefits, such as efficient estimation, process optimization, product improvement, handling complex data, performing root cause analysis, automation, fault diagnosis and detection, and drift compensation. Companies in the market are introducing AI-powered MEMS sensors, enabling electronic systems to respond quickly to external events while lowering power consumption. For instance,
On March 21, 2023, ST Microelectronics amultinational technology company, launched LIS2DUX12 and LIS2DUXS12 accelerometers with advanced processing engines. LIS2DUX12 and LIS2DUXS12 are powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithmsto respond quickly to external events while lowering power consumption.
Growing automobile industry is expected to boost the demand for microelectromechanical system sensors. MEMS sensors are used in automobiles to measure changes in speed or direction. It is also used in the airbags of vehicles to detect the crash accurately, which increases their adoption in automobiles. For instance,
According to a report published by European Automobile Manufacturers Association, 85.4 million motor vehicles were produced worldwide in 2022, an increase of 5.7% as compared to 2021.
Increasing adoption of robots around the world by several industries is anticipated to drive the market. MEMS sensors are used in robots to detect contact forces and measure robot velocity and rotational speed, which enable robots to perform desired tasks in unstructured environments without continuous human guidance. Thus, the growing adoption of robots is propelling the market. For instance,
As per the report published by the International Federation of Robotics on February 16, 2023, around3.5 million robots are operational globally.
Parasitic capacitance and mechanical damage associated with microelectromechanical system sensors are expected to restrict the market. Moreover, fabrication and assembly unit costs are high for producing few quantities of MEMS, which encourages small and medium-sized businesses to reduce their adoption.
Increasing investment in R&D activities by key market players to develop and introduce water-resistant MEMS sensors with high accuracy and superior environmental robustnes screates a lucrative opportunity in the market. For instance, on May 30, 2023, ST Microelectronics a multinational technology company, introduced the ILPS28QSW market-first waterproof MEMS pressure sensor with 10-year longevity. This sensor provides absolute pressure readings, accurate to within 0.5 hPa, and has a wide operating temperature range, -40°C to 105°C.
The report on the market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Microelectromechanical System (MEMS) Sensor Market- Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Sensor Type (Accelerometers, Motion Sensors, Humidity Sensors, Inertial Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Optical Sensors, Ultrasonic Sensors, Proximity Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Environmental Sensors, Gas Sensors, and Others) andApplication (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Telecommunication, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Analog Devices, Inc.; Bosch Limited;Brüel & Kjær;Broadcom; Honeywell International Inc; Knowles Electronics, LLC; NXP Semiconductors; Panasonic Corporation; STMicroelectronics; Texas Instruments Incorporated; and TE Connectivity |
Based on sensor type, the microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensors market is categorized into accelerometers, motion sensors, humidity sensors, inertial sensors, pressure sensors, optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors, proximity sensors, temperature sensors, environmental sensors, gas sensors, and others. The accelerometers segment dominated the market in 2022, due to its simple interface, high frequency, and rugged design for use in challenging environments. Accelerometers have the ability to distinguish between walking and running on level terrain, which increases their adoption in smart portable devices such as smartphones, smartwatches, and others. Accelerometers are effective in detecting vibration on a range of rotating machines, which increases their demand in several industries. Moreover, ongoing R&D activities by key market players to develop and introduce accelerometer sensors are propelling the market. For instance,
On February 15, 2023, TDK Corporation a Japan-based multinational electronics corporation that manufactures electronic components, launched AXO301 and AXO305 high-resolution and high-performance accelerometers for railway,land, marine, robotics, and industrial systems.
The gas sensors segment is anticipated to grow at a rapidpace in the coming years, owing to its ability to detect toxic or explosive gases. Gas sensors detect toxic gases and measure gas concentration in the environment. Gas sensors are heavily adopted in manufacturing units to identify gas leaks, and to detect smoke and carbon monoxide in surroundings. Thus, rapid industrialization and growing infrastructure around the globe are projected to boost the demand for gas sensors.
In terms of application, the global market is segregated into consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, aerospace and defense, healthcare, telecommunication, and others. The consumer electronics segment accounted for a major share of the market in 2022, due to the increasing adoption of mobile phones, air conditioners, set-top boxes (STB),wearable devices, security cameras, home appliances, and robotics. MEMS sensors are utilized in consumer electronics to measure acceleration, tilt, vibration, and movement to provide motion detection and stability control capabilities. Thus, the increasing adoption of consumer electronics is expected to enhance the demand for microelectromechanical system sensors. For instance,
As per a report, the revenue from the consumer electronics sector is estimated to amount to USD 1.2 trillion in 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 12.21%.
The telecommunication segment is projected to grow at a rapid pace during the assessment period, owing to the increasing demand for communication, expanding 4G and 5G network coverage, and growing penetration of the internet. MEMS sensors are used along the transmission line in telecommunication. It is used in the implementation of tunable filters, optical switches, dynamic gain equalizers, tunable lasers, and attenuators, which increases their demand in the telecommunication industry.
Based on region, the microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensors market is divided into Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America held a large market share in 2022, due to the technological advancements and the presence of key market players, such as Analog Devices, Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated,Broadcom, and Honeywell International Inc. Moreover, the rising adoption of autonomous vehicles in the region is propelling the need for microelectromechanical system sensors, as these sensors are used in autonomous vehicles to measure staticor dynamic acceleration so that the connected electric control units trigger necessary actions in real time. For instance,
As per a report, around 20.8 million autonomous vehicles are expected to be in operation in the US by 2030.
The market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a high CAGR in the coming years, owing to the growing automotive sector and rising sales of consumer electronics. Moreover, the increasing penetration of smartphones in the region is projected to boost the demand for microelectromechanical system sensors,as these sensors are widely used in smartphones totrack different motions such asshaking, tilting, and swinging for changing the orientation of the smartphone. For instance,
According to a report, the penetration rate of smartphones in Asia Pacific reached 76% in 2022 and is estimated to reach 90% by 2030
The microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensor market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the global market are Analog Devices, Inc.; Bosch Limited;Brüel & Kjær;Broadcom; Honeywell International Inc; Knowles Electronics, LLC; NXP Semiconductors; Panasonic Corporation; STMicroelectronics; Texas Instruments Incorporated; and TE Connectivity
These companies adopted several development strategies, including collaboration, product launches, mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and production expansion, to expand their consumer base globally. For instance,