Bionics Market

Bionics is the study of biological functions and the development artificial organs and body parts that are used as a replacement of the original part or organs. The bionic organs are designed in such a way so that they can imitate the functions of the organs in order to operate properly. The market is expected to grow during the forecast period due to the increasing demand for artificial organs in the healthcare sector. In addition, the aging population is resulting into multiple organ failure. This in return is creating a need for organ transplant. However, the chance for getting a suitable donor for a transplant requires lot of time and thus reduces the chance of survival. The use of bionics part does not require time and these parts are designed to adjust with the body requirements. Furthermore, the bionics are also being applied in the defense sector in the form of exoskeleton suits which enables a soldier to carry heavy loads without reducing his or her speed in the battlefield.

The global bionics market can be segmented by types into bionic brain, bionic heart, bionic limbs, vision bionics, exoskeleton and others. In terms of application the market has been divided in healthcare and defense. Furthermore, the bionics market has also been segregated by types of technology into mechanical bionics and electrical bionics. Globally, bionic limbs occupy the largest market share by types of bionics, followed by bionic heart. The bionic limbs are extensively being used globally as an alternative solution after amputations and increase in heart failure is resulting in the development bionic heart replacement organs.

The global bionics market has been valued at USD 7.96 billion in 2014, growing at a CAGR of 13.2% from 2015 to 2021. The bionics is majorly used in the healthcare sector in the form of artificial organs to replace the malfunctioning organs in the human body. In addition, the bionics is also being applied in the defense sector to create exoskeleton suits for soldiers to give them added advantage in the battle field.

By geography, the global bionics market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC) and Rest of the world (RoW). The bionics market is facing demand due to the increasing cases of accidents which is leading to paralysis or amputation of limbs. In addition, the aging population is resulting into organ failures, which is fuelling the growth for this market.

In 2015, North America is leading the global bionics market and is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. The increasing application of bionics as a replacement for organ transplant is acting as a driver for the market. North America is followed by Asia Pacific accounting for than 20% of the global market. Asia Pacific is also the fastest growing region due to the presence of major economies such as China, Japan and India. However rest of the world is expected to maintain steady growth due of the developing regions as the use of bionic organs is very expensive.

The global bionics market by types is categorized into bionic brain, bionic heart, bionic limbs, bionic vision, exoskeleton and other bionic organs. The bionic limb has the highest market share in 2015 and is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. The growth of bionic limbs is due to increasing number of accidents which is leading to amputation or paralysis of limbs.

In terms of application, the bionics market can be segmented into: healthcare and defense. The bionics is majorly used in the healthcare sector and account for nearly 75% of the global bionics market. However, the defense sector is the fastest growing segment during the forecast period. 

Advancements in 3D Printing to Escalate the Growth Opportunities across the Bionics Market

The change in the lifestyle of a large number of individuals is leading to a rise in the incidence of disabilities and organ failures. The increasing rate of such disabilities among a large chunk of the global populace is leading to the development of artificial organs. All these aspects invite promising growth for the bionics market during the assessment period of 2015-2021.

• Technological advancements, the high incidence of road incidents, and the escalating scarcity of organ donors are some of the vital factors that can lead to a positive growth trajectory across the bionics market. Bionics is the study of developing highly advanced artificial organs that can be integrated seamlessly into the human body. The word ‘bionics’ is a combination of biology and electronics. The word ‘bionics’ was coined by Jack Steele, an American medical doctor in 1958.
• The investments of the government bodies to upgrade the healthcare infrastructure will invite considerable growth prospects for the bionics market during the forecast period. The rise in the geriatric population numbers and the escalating demand for artificial devices will serve as significant growth generators.
• The investments of a massive number of conglomerates and firms are increasing on a consistent basis across the bionics market due to the growing investment value. These aspects will add extra stars of growth.
• The SARS-CoV-2 outbreak has substantially affected the growth rate of the bionics market. Production facilities and manufacturing units were closed during the stringent lockdown impositions. The border restrictions further ruined the bionics market to a certain extent.
• Nevertheless, the relaxations introduced by the governments of numerous countries to revive the economy will offer promising growth for the bionics market. Mass inoculation drives across countries like India, the U.S., and the U.K. will help in the growth-revival of the players in the bionics market.