Advanced Materials

High quality materials that offer superior desired characteristics for the intended purpose are called advanced materials. These can either be a single product or a combination of products. Manufacturers are focusing on developing new advanced materials and on fine-tuning already existing products to enhance its desired properties. The high quality of these materials has led to their application in physics, electronics, medical devices, green packaging, and wastewater treatment among others. Some of the popular advanced materials are helping manufacturers meet the rising demand for advanced steel and aluminum alloys, and a variety of ceramics that include silicon nitride, toughened zirconia, and aluminum nitride among others. Researchers have also developed a range of advanced fibers such as Dyneema, Vectran, M5, and Zylon PBO which is estimated to have a positive impact on the advanced materials market.

Advanced materials provide improved chemical and physical properties, including high stiffness coupled with lightweight, superior strength in reinforcing fiber, high resistance to chemicals and temperature, dimensional stability, and high flexibility, among others. Some of the end-use applications of advanced material markets are in aerospace, electronics and semiconductor, automotive, and medical devices. Advanced composites can be segmented (on the basis of their matrix phase) into ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), polymer matrix composites (PMCs) and metal matrix composites (MMCs).Europe is the largest market for advanced materials, due to rampant growth of various end-use industries in the region. North America is estimated to be the fastest growing region in the advanced materials market, followed by Asia Pacific, mainly due to major investments in R&D by major players, rampant demand for high-tech materials across various sectors in the region and growing concerns about environmental safety. For example, advanced materials are used in wastewater treatment due to features such as enhanced redox, strong adsorption, and photocatalytic properties. Polyvinyl chloride membrane reactor works as an advanced material that helps in ground water safety by removal of nitrate.  

Extensive R&D in the field of advanced materials has led to the development of an enhanced range of advanced materials. Some of the newly developed products in the advanced materials market are superior strength polymers (PPS, PEEK, and Radel), fiber-polymer composites (epoxy lytex glass), and aluminum with silicon carbide or boron fiber whiskers. Other types of advanced materials include metallic glasses, pyrolytic graphite, hard coatings (titanium nitride, titanium aluminum nitride), doped mediums, and optical modulators among others.

Some of the major factors driving growth of the global advanced materials market are rising demand for lightweight vehicles in order to increase fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions, and increasing demand for graphene as an advanced material. Graphene has various highly sought after features such as being a material that is thin and strong, transparent and pliable, superior conductor of electricity and heat, and high frequency. This has led to its wide application in various sectors which is expected to drive growth of the global advanced materials market over the forecast period (2016–2024).

Advanced Materials–Regulatory Scenario

Various government regulations are in place across the globe pertaining to production, usage and export/import of advanced materials. For example, manufacturers and end users in the advanced materials market must take into account standardized rules and regulations defined by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for graphene production and usage. Also, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that regulates the usage of carbon nanotubes. The Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 provides the safety guidelines for advanced packaging materials especially used in food packaging. The Directive 84/500/EEC provides the EU laws on advanced ceramic materials which come into contact with food items.

Increasing demand for lightweight vehicles is expected to drive growth of the advanced materials market over the forecast period. Lightweighting is a trend in the automotive sector as it allows superior fuel efficiency, improved safety, and greater overall performance of the vehicles. According to Scientific American (a leading science magazine), fuel economy of a car increases by 6 to 8% by decreasing its weight by one tenth. For example, Nissan significantly reduced weight of its 2016 model cars such as Altima, Frontier, and JUKE, among others. There is a misconception that lightweight vehicles are not as safe as heavy vehicles, which, previously was posing a challenge to the growth of the lightweight vehicles market. However, over the years the general conception regarding safety issues of lightweight vehicles has changed, thanks to newly developed lightweight vehicles offering enhanced safety. Newly developed advanced materials (carbon, aluminum, and magnesium composites) provide lightweight vehicles with greater safety features. Some of the newly developed cars that are manufactured using advanced materials are BMW and BMW i8. The passenger cell of these cars is made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) which is very strong yet 50% lighter than steel. According to Coherent Market Insights, the global sales of passenger cars were pegged at 73.9 million in 2015 which has created a highly conducive environment for growth of the advanced materials market.

Some of the factors restraining the growth of the advanced materials market are high price, complex fabrication, and low availability of advanced materials. Production and usage of advanced materials require experienced professionals and extensive and continuous research which, in turn would result in high investments. Some of the emerging technologies that could boost market growth during the forecast period are expandable polymer technology, which is projected to have a significant positive impact on advanced electronics. Also, bio-based polycarbonate is also expected to gain significant traction in the energy and gas sector over the forecast period. Some of the major companies operating in the global advanced materials market are Akzo Nobel, 3M Company, BASF, Dow Chemical, and Momentive Performance Materials Inc.

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Advanced Materials Published Insights

Coherent Market Insights Atomic Layer Deposition Market

Published Date : Sep 2023

Atomic layer deposition is used in the production of integrated circuits (ICs), various components and devices such as semiconductor devices and electronic component, and industrial applications.  The growing demand for semiconductor devices in industries like co... View more

Coherent Market Insights Thioglycolic Acid Market

Published Date : Sep 2023

Thioglycolic acid (TGA) also called Mercaptoacetic acid (MAA) is a high-performance chemical containing mercaptan and carboxylic acid functionalities. TGA is completely miscible in water and in general polar organic solvents. TGA is a strong ... View more

Coherent Market Insights Cement Board Market

Published Date : Sep 2023

Cement boards are composed of different types of fibers and naturally occurring materials such as wool, wood fibers, bonded particles, wood strands, and others. Cement boards are majorly used in construction applications due to their longevity in the structures. These... View more

Coherent Market Insights Cryogenic Valves Market

Published Date : Sep 2023

Cryogenic valves are designed to be used in very cold applications. Hence these are mostly found to be useful in companies that work with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). They are increasingly used in various end-use industries. Cryogenic ... View more

Coherent Market Insights Water Based Colloidal Graphite Market

Published Date : Aug 2023

Water-based colloidal graphite is a colloidal dispersion of ultra-fine graphite in an aqueous solution. Water based colloidal graphite product produces a smooth, dry coating with an extra-long wear lifespan that adheres well to most substrates. Furthermore, it develop... View more

Coherent Market Insights Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites Market

Published Date : Aug 2023

The properties of natural fiber reinforced composites can be varied, as these materials are derived from both plant and animal sources. The mechanical properties of natural fibers depend on the matrix, fillers, fiber content, fabrication processes, and many other vari... View more

Coherent Market Insights Mena Corrosion Protective Coatings And Acid Proof Lining Market

Published Date : Aug 2023

Corrosion protective coatings is a special type of polyurethane coating that is available for many industrial products. These are primarily used in the aerospace industry where extreme temperatures are a part of everyday operations. It is a thin layer on a metal part ... View more

Coherent Market Insights Aluminum Alloys Market

Published Date : Aug 2023

Aluminum alloys are metals in which Aluminum is the dominant material. Aluminum was the most commonly used metal in the world for the construction of ships, tanks, weapons, airplanes, and airplanes in earlier times. The alloys that are made today are much stronger and... View more

Coherent Market Insights Stearates Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Stearates are esters of fatty acids widely used as additives due to its lubricating property. It helps in reducing the friction between polymers and fillers. They can be classified into metal stearates and non-metal stearates. Metal stearates include calcium... View more

Coherent Market Insights Injection Molded Plastics Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Injection molding process is the manufacturing process for producing parts by inserting materials into a mold to create varied shapes and sizes of the object. Injection molding can be achieved with a host of materials consisting of metals, elastomers, glasses, confect... View more

Coherent Market Insights Epoxy Resin Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Epoxy resin is a thermosetting polymer formed by copolymerization of an epoxide with another compound having two hydroxyl groups. It is majorly used for non-reinforced applications such as paints and coatings, adhesives, and composites. Currently, vehicle manufacturer... View more

Coherent Market Insights Silicon Carbide Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Silicon carbide is typically used for finishing cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stone, leather, and rubber the sharp cutting characteristics of black silicon carbide is anticipated to give an uptick to its demand during the projection period. High thermal conductivity ... View more

Coherent Market Insights Carbon Black Market For Textile Fibers

Published Date : Jul 2023

Carbon black is a material produced by the incomplete combustion of heavy petroleum products such as Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) tar, coal tar, ethylene cracking tar, or vegetable matter. Cotton, wool, acrylic, and nylon fabrics can be directly dyed by using surfac... View more

Coherent Market Insights Membrane Separation Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Scarcity of pure water resources is augmenting the opportunities for the use of membranes in the purification of brackish water. Rapid rise in population and steady expansion of industries has fuelled the water demand. This in turn has increased the requirement for me... View more

Coherent Market Insights Synthetic Zeolite Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Synthetic zeolite is extracted from the shells of aquatic species, such as lobsters, shrimps, and crabs, and is derived from chitin. Synthetic zeolite is widely used in dietary supplements as it inhibits lipid absorption in the gastrointestinal tract. It is also ... View more

Coherent Market Insights Metal And Ceramic Injection Molding Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

The global metal and ceramic injection molding market is estimated to account for US$ 3.97 Bn in terms of value by the end of 2022. The powder injection molding technology is the combination of the metal and ceramic injection molding technology. This technology is wid... View more

Coherent Market Insights 3d Printing Material Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

3D printing is the process of creating a three-dimensional object by using a computer-aided design model or a digital 3D model. 3D printing materials are diverse and are available in a variety of forms. The global 3D printing materials market is being driven primarily... View more

Coherent Market Insights Optical Coatings Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

Optical coating is deposition of thin layers of films that create interference effects, in order to enhance reflection and transmission properties of an optical system. Optical coatings enhance optical functions and provide protection to optic from harsh environmental... View more

Coherent Market Insights North America Hydraulic Fluid Connectors Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

North America Hydraulic Fluid Connectors market was valued at US$ 5.3 Billion market in 2022 and is estimated to reach a value of US$ 10.22 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 8.6% between 2023 and 2030. Hydraulic fluid connectors are too... View more

Coherent Market Insights Battery Materials Market

Published Date : Jul 2023

They help store electricity from renewables – such as wind or solar - in order to use it at a later stage when it is needed most. They are also used to ensure back-up power in critical facilities such as hospitals and telecommunication installations. ... View more

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