The future of the global MEMS market is certainly bright. Last week we reported the global MEMS microdisplay market is growing at a whopping CAGR of 85.9% through 2019 and our recent report shows the global MEMS market for consumer electronics is expected to grow at a dynamic CAGR of 10.7% through 2019. Valued at $5.9 billion in 2014, the global MEMS market for consumer electronics is expected to reach $9.8 billion by 2019, due to increased usage of MEMS devices such as RF, inkjet heads, and pressure sensors.
The increase in integration of MEMS into mobile devices, especially smartphones and tablets is driving the demand for MEMS devices and the emergence of new applications such as wearables integrating MEMS is expected to increase the adoption rate, creating a positive growth outlook.
Technavio has narrowed down the top 9 MEMS for consumer electronics vendors.
AKM
Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) provides their customers with optimum solutions based on a wide variety of sensing devices using compound semiconductor technology and IC products featuring analog/digital mixed-signal technology. Their magnetic sensors for controlling motor rotation, and audio & voice ICs that provide high-quality sound with low power consumption, have gained strong recognition among customers around the world.
Analog Devices
Analog Devices enables customers to intelligently interpret the world around them, bridging the physical and digital with unmatched technologies that sense, measure and connect. Their innovation has transformed industries with breakthroughs that are ahead of customer expectations.
Bosch
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. The company employs roughly 360,000 associates worldwide and generated sales of 49 billion euros in 2014. Their operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.
Freescale Semiconductor
Freescale is a global semiconductor company enabling the Internet of Tomorrow. They develop solutions to provide secure, efficient connections, safer and greener automobiles, and add intelligence to everyday items. As a leader in processing and sensing solutions, they are driving a more innovative and connected world for the future.
InvenSense
InvenSense is the leading provider of MotionTracking™ sensor system on chip (SoC) and sound solutions for consumer electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, gaming devices, optical image stabilization, and remote controls for Smart TVs. Their patented InvenSense Fabrication Platform and patent-pending MotionFusion™ technology address the emerging needs of many mass-market consumer applications via improved performance, accuracy, and intuitive motion-, gesture- and sound-based interfaces.
STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics are among the world’s largest semiconductor companies and a leading Integrated Device Manufacturer serving all electronics segments. Their key strengths include: Sense and Power, Automotive, and Embedded Processing Solutions.
Kionix
Kionix is a wholly owned subsidiary of ROHM from Japan. They are pioneers in the design and development of high-performance MEMS sensors and are one of the leading vendors in the global MEMS accelerometer market. Kionix is primarily involved in the manufacturing of inertial sensors, micro relays, microfluidic systems, and micro mirror arrays.
Omron
Omron is a manufacturer of equipment and systems with advanced computer technology, automation components and communication and control technologies. The company’s products are organized into segments of Industrial Automation Business, Electronic and Mechanical Components Business, Automotive Electronic Components Business, Social Systems Solution and Service Business and Healthcare Business.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments focuses on developing analog chips and embedded processors, which accounts for more than 80 percent of their revenue. They are at the heart of all things electronic, after all, there isn’t an electronic device on the planet that doesn’t require an analog chip and most require an embedded processor. Texas Instruments also produces TI DLP® technology and education technology products.
