Electromagnetic Tracking Systems Global Market Report 2024

The electromagnetic tracking systems market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.92 billion in 2023 to $1.02 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to the enhancement of customer experience, digital transformation initiatives, the increasing demand for personalization, applications in the healthcare sector, and the influence of the media and entertainment industry.

The electromagnetic tracking systems market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.54 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing utilization of AI and machine learning, a rising awareness of emotional intelligence, the growing use of digital channels for brand communication, the proliferation of IoT devices, and an increasing need for improved sales performance. Key trends expected in the forecast period encompass technological advancements, progress in sensing devices, advancements in AI and machine learning, product innovation, and the occurrence of mergers and acquisitions.

The anticipated surge in the popularity of virtual and augmented reality is set to drive the growth of the electromagnetic tracking systems market. Virtual reality (VR) immerses users in computer-generated environments, while augmented reality (AR) overlays digital information onto the real world, enhancing user perception and interaction with their surroundings. Electromagnetic tracking systems are integral to virtual and augmented reality, precisely monitoring the position and orientation of devices or sensors. This functionality enables seamless, real-time interaction within digital environments, enhancing user experiences and spatial awareness. As reported by XR Today, a UK-based technology podcast company in the United States, in February 2023, approximately 57.4 million people owned a VR headset in 2020, with an expected increase of 37.7 million in 2022. Additionally, according to Stefanini IT Solutions, a Brazil-based software company, globally, there were around 1.4 billion AR users in 2023, projected to reach 1.73 billion by 2024. Consequently, the surge in virtual and augmented reality is a key driver propelling the growth of the electromagnetic tracking systems market.

Prominent entities in the electromagnetic tracking system market are adopting a strategic partnership approach to collaboratively develop and manufacture innovative electromagnetic tracking systems for surgical navigation. Strategic partnerships involve a collaborative relationship between two or more entities to achieve mutually beneficial goals by leveraging their combined strengths and resources. In a notable example, in July 2021, TT Electronics Plc, a UK-based electronic connector manufacturing company, forged a partnership with Radwave Technologies Inc., a US-based manufacturer of electromagnetic-based tracking systems. This strategic collaboration aims to provide solutions for medical device innovators seeking to enhance their devices with new and improved electromagnetic tracking capabilities.

In September 2023, General Atomics Inc., a US-based energy company, completed the acquisition of EO Vista LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, General Atomics seeks to broaden its weather and science programs, as well as expand its range of sensor system payload designs, including those for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. EO Vista LLC is a US-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) sensor systems.

Major companies operating in the electromagnetic tracking systems market report are Medtronic plc, Koninklijke Philips N.V., Stryker Corporation, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., Smith+Nephew, DePuy Synthes Companies, KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG, NuVasive Inc., Globus Medical Inc., TT Electronics plc, Heal Force Bio-Meditech Holdings Limited, Brainlab AG, Northern Digital Inc., Premo S.L., NeuroLogica Corporation, Augmedics Ltd., MediGuide Ltd., OrthAlign Inc., Skeletal Dynamics LLC, Polhemus Corporation, OrthoGrid Systems Inc., Radwave Technologies Inc., Ommo Technologies, Amfitech ApS.

North America was the largest region in the electromagnetic tracking systems market in 2023. The regions covered in the electromagnetic tracking systems market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electromagnetic tracking systems market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The electromagnetic tracking systems market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as Real-time location determination, navigation and guidance, measurement and analysis, and system calibration. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The electromagnetic tracking systems market also includes sales of electromagnetic tracking hardware components, sensors, transmitters, motion capture systems, industrial tracking systems, and receivers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Electromagnetic tracking systems denote technological solutions meticulously designed to precisely monitor and ascertain the position, orientation, and movement of objects or devices within a three-dimensional space through the utilization of electromagnetic fields. These systems hinge on the principles of electromagnetic induction to track the location and orientation of sensors or objects outfitted with electromagnetic sensors.

The primary technologies within electromagnetic tracking systems encompass optical navigation systems, electromagnetic (EM) navigation systems, hybrid navigation systems, fluoroscopy-based navigation systems, and others. Optical navigation systems utilize optical sensors and imaging techniques to track and determine the movement of objects across various applications. These systems are distributed through direct tender, retail sales, and online sales, finding application in various sectors, including orthopedic tracking systems, ear, nose, and throat (ENT) tracking systems, cardiac tracking systems, electrophysiology tracking systems, neuronavigation tracking systems, dental tracking systems, among others. The end-users span healthcare facilities, military and defense, and industrial automation.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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