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Virtual Sensors Market Size

ID: MRFR//7272-HCR | 100 Pages | Author: Ankit Gupta| April 2024

The virtual sensors market proves to be a dynamic growth engine due to an increasing demand for a more affordable supplier of quality information and the use of data IoT techniques and virtualization technology. Market dynamics in most cases revolve around the capability of virtual sensors which imitate their physical counterparts to deliver valuable insights and predictive analysis that problems without having additional instruments will be easy to solve. The main reason for the increase in this market is that there is demand for systems of this kind for monitoring and control of processes of industry. In addition to the real sensors and devices, virtual sensors also involve mathematical models and algorithms that help in the way of simulating the physical objects, providing real-time data on aspects like temperature, pressure, and humidity. Firstly, this would lead to the replacement of physical sensors by other devices which in turn will enable them to enhance their decision-making processes and optimize operations.

A key factor resulted from the fact is the Internet of Things as a very important factor shaping the virtual sensors market dynamics. With the growth and spread of IoT-based use cases over different sectors, the need for low-cost and expandable solutions to collect and process data will become critical. Through IOs systems there is a crucial role which is played by virtual sensors so as to support physical sensors in complement and filling in dues collection. Virtual sensors through IoT can be used where physical sensors are not practical from the perspective of efficiency and also cost to bring about an increase in capabilities.

The competitive environment of the virtual sensors market is well-versed with traditional players and new entrants in the sector who offer wide-ranging solutions. Virtual sensors are patterning their use in industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive as part of predictive maintenance, resource optimizing and operational efficiency to dimension their systems, respectively. Continuing the development of machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies takes the sensors even further by making them more adaptive and able to learn from their data patterns. This is to say that the more accurate and insightful predictions can be achieved.

Sustainability and energy efficiency is growing more powerful as well as tendencies in the market. Virtual sensors are used in the systems of energy management which provide businesses with the effective way to track and regulate the consumption to avoid the need to use plenty of physical sensors. This goes hand in hand with the global emphasis on sustainable practices and cost-effective resource utilization, as a result, fueling the adoption of virtual sensors in industries which are focusing on reducing the effects they have on environment.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size Value In 2022 USD 0.5 Billion
Growth Rate 31.40% (2023-2032)

Virtual Sensors Market Overview


Virtual Sensors Market Size was valued at USD 0.5 billion in 2022. The Virtual Sensors market industry is projected to grow from USD0.657 Billion in 2023 to USD 5.83886 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.40%during the forecast period (2023 - 2032). Increased data-driven business and ongoing innovations in the field of VR are the key market drivers enhancing market growth.


Virtual Sensors Market Overview.


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Virtual Sensors Market Trends


Rising adoption of loT and cloud platforms is driving the market growth


Functional efficiency offered by virtual sensors is driving their uptake across various end-users. Increasing penetration of cloud platforms is expected to create numerous opportunities for adopting virtual sensors. Leading manufacturers are implementing a cloud-based virtual sensing solution as a standard platform. Implementing virtual sensors on a cloud platform helps businesses reduce the cost associated with maintenance and improve data connectivity between the user and sensor-cloud server. In addition to this, such solutions enable effective transport monitoring, weather forecasting, military activities, and the healthcare industry. The cloud platform allows end-users to cut down the total cost of ownership and increase data storage capabilities, which has impacted the virtual sensor market CAGR.


Additionally, virtual sensor-based predictive maintenance allows end-users to determine the conditions of instruments to evaluate when maintenance should be performed. Thus, it helps manufacturers in minimizing unexpected device downtime, lowers the maintenance cost, and extends the equipment life cycle. Environmental pollution regulations have further elevated the demand for virtual sensors among industry verticals. Virtual sensors can be integrated with components such as connectors, hoses and tubing, motors, actuators, and filters. Through constant monitoring, manufacturing industries can provide real-time insights into their machinery by continuously monitoring factors such as vibrations, temperature, ultrasound and electromagnetic.


Growing adoption of condition-based maintenance (CBM) and IoT-enabled predictive maintenance (PdM) is one of the key reasons behind the adoption of virtual sensors among industry verticals. In addition, the increasing use of the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) for design and manufacturing is expected to play an essential role in this market's growth. Thus, driving the Virtual Sensors market revenue.


Virtual Sensors Market Segment Insights


Virtual Sensors Type Insights


Based on Components, the global Virtual Sensors market segmentation includes Solutions and Services. The solutions segment dominated the market because solutions are the essential Component of virtual sensors, as they provide the tools and functionality for collecting, processing, and analyzing data. Solutions provide the tools and functionality for collecting, processing and analyzing data.


Virtual Sensors Deployment Mode Insights


The global Virtual Sensors market segmentation, based on Deployment Mode, includes Cloud, On-Premise. The cloud segment dominated the market; Cloud-based virtual sensors can be easily scaled up or down to meet the changing needs of an organization. Cloud-based virtual sensors are typically easier to use than on-premise solutions, as they do not require specialized IT skills.


Figure1: Virtual Sensors Market, by Deployment Mode, 2022&2032 (USD billion)


Virtual Sensors Market, by Deployment Mode


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Virtual Sensors End User Insights


Based on End Users, the global Virtual Sensors market segmentation includes Electronics, Automotive & Transportation, Manufacturing & Utilities, Healthcare, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defense, and Others. The electronics segment dominated the market because electronics is a highly data-intensive industry, and virtual sensors can be used to collect and analyze data from various sources, such as sensors, actuators, and machines. This means that a large amount of data can be collected and analyzed using virtual sensors.


Virtual Sensors Regional Insights


By Region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World. The North American Virtual Sensors market area will dominate this market, owing to the presence of key vendors with an increased inclination towards Software as a Solution (SaaS)will boost the market growth in this Region.


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 2: VIRTUAL SENSORS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)


VIRTUAL SENSORS MARKET SHARE BY REGION


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Due to technological advancements, Europe's Virtual Sensors market accounts for the second-largest market share. Key players offering virtual sensor solutions are a major reason behind the market growth in the Region. Further, the German Virtual Sensors market held the largest market share, and the UK Virtual Sensors market was the fastest-growing market in the European Region.


The Asia-Pacific Virtual Sensors Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. This is because ongoing innovations in the field of VR will create lucrative growth opportunities for manufacturers operating in the Region. Moreover, China’s Virtual Sensors market held the largest market share, and the Indian Virtual Sensors market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.


Virtual Sensors Key Market Players& Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Virtual Sensors market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The Virtual Sensors industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the global Virtual Sensors industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Virtual Sensors industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Virtual Sensors market, including Aspen Technology Inc, Algorithmica Technologies GmbH, Elliptic Laboratories, General Electric Company OsiSoft LLC, Siemens AG, Rockwell Automation, ANDATA SmartUQ LLC, Tactile Mobility Schneider Electric IntelliDynamics LMI Technologies Modelway., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.


Aspen Technology, Inc., known as AspenTech, provides Software and services for the process industries headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts. AspenTech has 35 offices globally. Aspen Technology collaborated with Hexagon to accelerate digital transformation among process industries. Aspen Technology and Hexagon PPM will provide a digital twin allowing operators to make better decisions that maximize throughput, quality and uptime for plant infrastructure and the chemical processes.


OSIsoft, LLC manufactures application software for real-time data management called the PI System. Founded in 1980, OSIsoft was privately held and headquartered in San Leandro, California.- OSIsoft, LLC collaborated with Dianomic Inc. to build and support a set of Linux-based micro-service modules to help discover, connect, secure, and manage smart sensors for OEMs and developers.


Key Companies in the Virtual Sensors market include




  • Aspen Technology Inc




  • Algorithmica Technologies GmbH




  • Elliptic Laboratories




  • General Electric Company




  • OsiSoft LLC




  • Siemens AG




  • Rockwell Automation




  • ANDATA




  • SmartUQ LLC




  • Tactile Mobility




  • Schneider Electric




  • IntelliDynamics




  • LMI Technologies




  • Modelway




Virtual Sensors Industry Developments


June 2019: Aspen Technology collaborated with Hexagon to accelerate digital transformation among process industries. Aspen Technology and Hexagon PPM will provide a digital twin allowing operators to make better decisions that maximize throughput, quality and uptime for plant infrastructure and the chemical processes.


October 2019: OSIsoft, LLC collaborated with Dianomic Inc. to build and support a set of Linux-based micro-service modules to help discover, connect, secure, and manage smart sensors for OEMs and developers.


Virtual Sensors Market Segmentation


Virtual Sensors Component Outlook



  • Solution




  • Services




Virtual Sensors Deployment Mode Outlook



  • Cloud




  • On-Premise




Virtual Sensors End User Outlook



  • Electronics




  • Automotive & Transportation




  • Manufacturing & Utilities




  • Healthcare




  • Oil & Gas




  • Aerospace & Defense




  • Others




Virtual Sensors Regional Outlook



  • North America







    • US




    • Canada







  • Europe







    • Germany




    • France




    • UK




    • Italy




    • Spain




    • Rest of Europe







  • Asia-Pacific




    • China




    • Japan




    • India




    • Australia




    • South Korea




    • Australia




    • Rest of Asia-Pacific






  • Rest of the World




    • Middle East




    • Africa




    • Latin America





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