Advances in Sensors for Automotive Applications

SUMMARY

This research service evaluates global trends in the sensor industry for automotive applications.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Scope and Methodology
  • Scope of the Research Service
  • Research Methodology
• Key Research Findings
  • Industry Snapshot
  • Noteworthy Emerging Trends and Developments

2 TECHNOLOGY VIEWPOINT AND ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS

• Automotive Sensors - Technology Primer
  • Sensors Primer
  • Sensor Applications in Automobiles
• Automotive Sensors - Adoption Factor Analysis
  • Enablers
  • Motivators
  • Roadblocks
  • The Road Ahead

3 ASSESSMENT OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

• Key Developments in Automotive Sensors
  • LVDTs for Motorsports--UK
  • AmbioMote Energy Harvesting for Sensors--USA
  • Inertial Sensors Promote Safety--UK
  • Using Chips as Sensors--Ireland
  • MEMS Sensors for Inertial Reference--USA
  • Sensing Battery Conditions--Germany
  • Chips for Sensors--USA
  • Ammonia Sensor for Emission Control--USA
  • Next Generation Electronics Stability Controls--Germany
• Key Developments in Tire Pressure Sensors
  • Self-Sufficient Sensors--Germany
  • Manufacturing Sensors by Printing--USA
  • Integrated Tire Pressure Sensors--USA

4 DIRECTORY OF PATENTS AND KEY CONTACTS

• Key Industry Contacts
  • Corporate
  • Universities
• Key Patents Related to this Sector
  • Patents
  • Patents Contd

5 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

• Decision Support Database Tables
  • Number of Cars Produced Globally (2002-2012)
  • Number of Cars Sold Globally (2002-2012)
  • Number of LCVs Produced Globally (2002-2012)
  • Number of Vehicles Produced Globally (2002-2012)