Rising R&D Activities and Government Initiatives to Drive the Atomic Force Microscopy Market

Introduction

Atomic force microscopy’s most prominent driver is the rising R&D activities to explore immense opportunities in nanotechnology. Developed and developing countries have started allocating major budgets in this sector since its inception in the 1980s. The development of the first scanning tunneling microscope made the atoms visible, which was a massive breakthrough in the field of science. Since then, researchers and organizations across the globe have turned towards the detailed study and analysis of microstructures and nanosubstances. There is a global demand for highly accurate and precision atomic microscopes that is not influenced by the external factors while examining the sample.

Accurate design and development of solutions on the nanometric scale can solve complex problems across a variety of industries. The deposition of nanoparticle coating on vehicles can coextend their life longevity. Although a majority of the market is currently under development with a variety of innovations under clinical trials, further driving the market growth.

Competitive Players

1. Bruker
2. Park Systems
3. Hitachi
4. Horiba
5. Oxford Instruments
6. Nanosurf
7. WITec
8. NT-MDT
9. NanoMagnetics Instruments
10. Nanonics Imaging

Recent Developments

1. In 2017, Bruker, a manufacturer of scientific instruments for molecular and materials research, acquired Hysitron, a developer of nano-mechanical test instruments, to expand its product portfolio of AFM and target leadership position in the nanomaterials-related markets. The company is also focused on developing state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions in analytical instrumentation.

Segmentation

1. By Type
   1. Research grade atomic force microscopy
   2. Industrial grade atomic force microscopy
2. By Application
   1. Life Sciences & biology
   2. Semiconductors & electronics
   3. Nanomaterial science