Global Smart Glass Market 2014-2018: Key Vendors are AGC Group, E I DuPont De Nemours, PPG Industries and Saint-Gobain
A smart glass or switchable glass is a unique type of glass, and it can change its light transmission properties. Based on the types of external stimuli needed for a change, smart glass can be bifurcated into two types: active and passive. In the case of passive glass, heat and ultraviolet light sources are used to initiate the change, whereas electrical current acts as the stimulus in active smart glass. Smart glass finds its use in various industries, including Transportation, Aviation, and Architecture.
The analysts forecast the Global Smart Glass market to grow at a CAGR of 19.19 percent over the period 2013-2018.
This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the Global Smart Glass market for the period 2014-2018. The report provides data based on technology and application of smart glass.
The report, the Global Smart Glass Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Smart Glass market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
One major trend in the market is the increased applications of smart glass in the Construction and Architecture sector, which is expected to continue during the forecast period because of the change in consumer mindset regarding energy savings
According to the report, the increased applications in the automotive sector are the major driver in this market. Smart glass is increasingly being used in various auto components because of its unique properties. Many high-end global automobile manufacturers, including BMW and Audi, have opted for smart glass products.
Further, the report states that the premium cost of smart glass products is one of the major challenges hampering the market growth. Consumers are reluctant to buy smart glass products because they believe that these are high-end products.
The study was conducted using an objective combination of primary and secondary information including inputs from key participants in the industry. The report contains a comprehensive market and vendor landscape in addition to a SWOT analysis of the key vendors.
Key Topics Covered:
01. Executive Summary
02. List of Abbreviations
03. Scope of the Report
04. Market Research Methodology
05. Introduction
06. Market Landscape
07. Global Smart Glass Market
08. Market Segmentation by Application
09. Market Segmentation by Technology
10. Geographical Segmentation
11. Key Leading Countries
12. Buying Criteria
13. Market Growth Drivers
14. Drivers and their Impact
15. Market Challenges
16. Impact of Drivers and Challenges
17. Market Trends
18. Trends and their Impact
19. Vendor Landscape
20. Key Vendor Analysis
21. Other Reports in this Series
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