Battery Free Sensors Market

Battery Free Sensors Market Size by Frequency (Low Frequency, High Frequency, and Ultra High Frequency), Sensor Type (Temperature Sensors, Humidity/Moisture Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Motion and Position Sensors, Light Sensors, and Others), Industry (Automotive, Logistics, Healthcare, Oil and Gas, Food and Beverages, IT and Telecommunications, and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14546
  • Published Date: Oct, 2024
  • Pages: 238
  • Category: Machinery & Equipment
  • Format: PDF
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The global battery free sensors market was valued at USD 30 million in 2023 and grew at a CAGR of 27% from 2024 to 2033. The market is expected to reach USD 327.46 million by 2033. The growing IoT applications will drive the growth of the global battery free sensors market.

Market Introduction:

Battery-less sensors are new generation devices that do not make use of the normal batteries for their power supply, but rather some other form of energy sources. They use different energy harvesting technologies to facilitate their operation including the Piezoelectric sensors which generate electrical power from mechanical stress, electromagnetic sensors that are powered through electromagnetic energy and thermoelectric sensors that derive power from the temperature difference. Solar activated sensor utilizes photovoltaic to change light into electrical current while RF sensors harness surrounding RF signals to operate. These sensors are usually low power devices and are usually designed in such a way that they don’t need frequent replacement of their batteries. Thus, the major benefits in battery free sensors include - lesser cost of maintenance, longer period of operation, and lesser effects on the environment since battery waste will be minimized.

Battery Free Sensors Market Size

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Recent Development
  • Together, e-peas Semiconductor, a market leader in energy harvesting and processing solutions, and HaiLa Technologies Inc., a fabless semiconductor and software company focused on hyper power-efficient wireless communications system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for Internet of Things devices, have paved the way for extremely long-life energy storage for Wi-Fi connected wireless sensors. Reducing and eliminating dependency on ordinary batteries is a critical demand across numerous applications, as it helps alleviate environmental waste and operational costs of sensor networks. Solutions based on ultra-low power RF and extremely efficient power management ICs fulfil this need.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

The growing automation and digitization of economies worldwide – Digitalization and growing IoT applications act as key drivers of battery free sensors market. The advances in energy harvesting technologies including the piezoceramic materials and the photovoltaic material have greatly boosted these sensors. New material and components have also enhanced its performance such as advanced Thermoelectric and RF harvesting technologies. Similarly, advancements in ultra-low power electronics and miniaturized design have made it possible for battery free sensors to work optimally even with little energy. The emergence of IoT with massive IoT applications like smart city and industrial applications where battery changes can be intractable and expensive also pave the way for battery free sensors market. therefore, the growing automation and digitization of economies will drive the global battery free sensors market’s growth.

Restraints:

Costs considerations and technical deficiencies These sensors may employ, for instance, high efficiency piezoelectric materials, enhanced photovoltaic cells, and RF harvesting components that are relatively costly to fabricate and incorporate into the system. Moreover, the creation of these sensors involves development and engineering which may involve custom design and integration into current systems which would increase the prices. Complexity and integration issues play a significant role in the discouraging the adoption of battery free sensors. The advance battery-free sensors use small scale energy storage devices such as super capacitors, but these have smaller power storage capacity than normal batteries. This may lead to the degradation of performance as the energy harvesting conditions may be inadequate or variable hence leading to reduced reliability and efficiency of the sensor. Therefore, costs considerations and technical deficiencies will hamper the market’s growth.

Opportunities:

Favourable regulatory framework – traditional batteries are known to have many negative effects to the environment, most notably through the dangerous chemicals that it possesses and the amount of waste that it produces. The problems that batteries cause to the environment include contamination arising from improper disposal, impacts resulting from resource extraction and management of waste. The disadvantages of battery-operated sensors are eliminated by battery free sensors. It is also necessary here to mention that regulatory and incentive programs can visibly contribute to the promotion of battery-free sensors as well. Various governments have placed measures on legislation which aims at controlling the flow of electronic waste and promoting environmentally friendly solutions. Such regulations are generally in the direction of minimizing the usage of dangerous substances and enhancing the levels of recycling and since battery-free sensors eliminate the use of batteries in their operational procedures, the value proposition becomes obvious.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the most significant global battery free sensors market, with a 37% market revenue share in 2023.

the region has established focus on innovation and research. IT companies and research organizations invest huge amounts in R&D in the field of energy harvesting and miniaturization of sensors. This innovative climate has the backing of a diverse technological infrastructure with established industry players, startups, research organizations and venture capitalists which aids in the creation and commercialization of battery-free sensors. North America is expected to have a high demand in innovative healthcare technology and smart industrial processes that push for battery-free sensors.

North America Region Battery Free Sensors Market Share in 2023 - 37%

 

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  • A battery-free, self-powered sensor that can capture energy from its surroundings has been created by MIT researchers. The magnetic field created in the open air around a wire is used by the researchers' temperature-sensing apparatus to generate energy. The sensor may be easily attached to an electrical line, such as the wire that powers a motor. It will then automatically gather and store energy, which it utilizes to track the temperature of the motor.
Frequency Segment Analysis

The frequency segment is divided into low frequency, high frequency, and ultra-high frequency. The ultra-high frequency segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 41% in 2023. Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) band which ranges from 300MHZ to 3 HZ is a prominent frequency selection for battery free sensors because of its efficiency in energy scavenging. UHF signals are easy to capture with compact antennas and rectifiers converting them to electrical energy to power the sensors thereby eliminating the need for batteries. Furthermore, all the UHF frequencies are efficient in power and provide excellent balance for the need for distance coverage and material penetrations for the data transmission. The fact that most of the countries currently have set up their UHF frequencies for regulation and standardization makes it easy to build battery-free sensors compatible with the existing systems and minimize the issue of interference. Moreover, small sized low gain antennas can be effectively used with UHF signals, which is in synergy with miniaturized sensors which can be easily integrated into some small and limited spaces.

  • Radio frequency (RF) transmissions are used by ubiquitous wireless technologies like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G to transmit and receive data. A team lead by experts from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has created a new prototype energy harvesting module that can now transform ambient or "waste" radiofrequency waves into direct current (DC) voltage. Small electrical gadgets can be powered by this without the need for batteries. Such RF energy harvesting technologies are crucial because they minimize environmental effect, prolong device lifetimes, lessen reliance on batteries, and increase the viability of wireless sensor networks and Internet of Things devices in remote locations where regular battery replacement is not feasible.
Sensor type Segment Analysis

The sensor type segment is divided into temperature sensors, humidity/moisture sensors, pressure sensors, motion and position sensors, light sensors, and others. The temperature sensors segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 34% in 2023. Temperature sensors can be defined as measuring devices that convert change in temperature into an electrical signal. Thermistors, RTD’s, Thermocouples, and Infrared sensors are a few examples of temperature sensors. they do not consume a lot of power which is suitable for battery-free sensors. temperature monitoring is important across different industries like manufacturing, health care, agriculture and environment hence the rising demand for temperature sensors. temperature sensors can be easily linked with energy sources like solar or thermal and require very little maintenance. Further, a significant number of temperature sensors is developed with high dependability and robustness for extended usages in numerous and rigorous conditions. the cost of manufacturing temperature sensors is quite low, while the battery-free technologies require little maintenance, thus making them quite cost-efficient.

  • A battery-free sensor has been created by researchers that responds to sound waves, such as certain words spoken, and generates enough vibrational energy to run an electronic gadget. The innovative sensor might charge medical gadgets like cochlear implants or check for problems in buildings in addition to reducing battery waste.
Industry Segment Analysis

The industry segment is divided into automotive, logistics, healthcare, oil and gas, food and beverages, IT and telecommunications, and others. The healthcare segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 38% in 2023. healthcare is the largest application area of battery-free sensors because these sensors are ideal for continuous monitoring and they accord comfort to the patient. The application of monitoring temperature and cardiac rate, arterial oxygen saturation and others are critical in the care of patients in the healthcare facility. These applications are facilitated by battery free sensors. battery-free sensors do not require frequent replacements which enhances comfort and safety of patients. the rate of device failure due to battery change or device maintenance is considerably low which also augments the segment’s growth. IoT and remote monitoring systems adopted in a wide scale in chronic disease and in personal health applications are greatly benefited with battery-free sensors in terms of reliable data acquisition and telemetry without battery burdens. Furthermore, these sensors are energy friendly making them perfect for different health care facilities where the conventional electricity is not convenient. Another benefit is that of being more cost-saving, which is due to the battery-free sensors reducing operational expenses by sparing expenses on batteries and their maintenance.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Axzon
  • Farsens
  • General Electric
  • Inductosense Ltd.
  • Infineon Technologies AG
  • Metalcraft
  • ON Semiconductor
  • Phase IV
  • Powercast Corp
  • RFMicron, Inc.
  • Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC
  • Texas Instruments Incorporated

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Million)
Market size value in 2023 USD 30 Million
Market size value in 2033 USD 327.46 Million
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 27%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East and Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Frequency, Sensor Type and Industry

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the global battery free sensors market was valued at USD 30 million in 2023 to USD 327.46 million by 2033.

Global battery free sensors market is growing at a CAGR of 27% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

The market's growth will be influenced by the growing automation and digitization of economies worldwide.

Costs considerations and technical deficiencies could hamper the market growth.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global battery free sensors market based on below mentioned segments:

Global Battery Free Sensors Market by Frequency:

  • Low Frequency
  • High Frequency
  • Ultra High Frequency

Global Battery Free Sensors Market by Sensor Type:

  • Temperature Sensors
  • Humidity/Moisture Sensors
  • Pressure Sensors
  • Motion and Position Sensors
  • Light Sensors
  • Others

Global Battery Free Sensors Market by Industry:

  • Automotive
  • Logistics
  • Healthcare
  • Oil and Gas
  • Food and Beverages
  • IT and Telecommunications
  • Others

Global Battery Free Sensors Market by Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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