USD
GBP
CNY
EUR
INR
JPY
MYR
ZAR
KRW
THB
Impact of Visible Light Communication (VLC) Technology
Impact of Visible Light Communication (VLC) Technology
Smart Semiconductor Materials and IoT Creates Opportunities for New Communication Technology in the Lighting Industry
28-Sep-2017
Global
Description
Over the past years, globally there has been tremendous transformation in communication and lighting sectors with evolution of advanced and many new technologies such as OLED, Micro-LED, 4G, 5G networks. Smart connected devices have witnessed rapid industrial growth and new technologies and products are constantly on the rise. With the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT), smart homes, automation, connected living communication plays a vital role in driving technology innovations in different industries.
LEDs (light emitting diodes) which are commonly used for display and lighting applications is leveraged for wireless data transmission driven by advancements in the optoelectronics sector. The concept of transmitting data through light rays is termed as Visible Light Communication (VLC). There are numerous applications enabled by VLC and these include: consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace and defense, industrial, healthcare, home and building automation. VLC can be useful in applications where RF (radio frequency) communication is difficult to achieve the objective. Ultra-high speed data transmission and high bandwidth capabilities drive the adoption of VLC over other communication platforms.
The technology and innovation report captures the impact of VLC on different applications. Key questions answered in the report are highlighted below.
1. What is the significance of VLC?
2. What are the key enabling technologies?
3. What are the factors that influence technology development and adoption?
4. Who are the key innovators driving developments?
5. What are the opportunities based on patent and funding trends?
6. What is the VLC technology adoption by region (North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific)?
7. What are the applications enabled by VLC technology?
8. What is the market potential for VLC technology (forecast until 2021)?
9. What is the future prospect of the technology?
10. What sort of strategies OEMs need to embrace to gain entry and sustain competition?
Table of Contents
1.1 Scope of the Technology and Innovation Research
1.2 Research Methodology
1.3 Research Methodology Explained
1.4 Summary of Key Findings
2.1 VLC – A Point-to-Point High-speed Wireless Communication Technology Platform
2.2 Technology Functionalities – Bidirectional and Fully Networked Wireless Communication
2.3 Technology Trends – Smart Cities, IoT, Network Topology, Networking, Li-Fi Access Nodes and Super Fast Wireless Internet
2.4 Technologies Enabling VLC – Convergence of ICT, Electronics, and Materials Segments
2.5 Benchmarking of Wi-Fi, Beacon, and VLC
2.6 Industry Value Chain
2.7 Key Technology Stakeholders across the Globe
2.8 Internet Connectivity and New Business Models Foster Developments for Diversified Applications
3.1 Key Trending Applications
3.2 Key Applications – Home and Office Buildings, Healthcare, Retail and Supermarkets
3.3 Key Applications – Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Aerospace, and Military and Defense
3.4 Key Applications – Telecommunication, Industrial Process Control , Natural Management, Marine and Education
4.1 Factors Influencing VLC Adoption – Market Drivers and Challenges
4.2 Increasing Competition from Other Wireless Technologies and High Demand for Building Smart City Infrastructure are Driving Factors
4.3 Government Policies and High Investment Cost in Reshaping Infrastructure Hinders Adoption
4.4 Impact Assessment of Key Technology
4.5 Wide Scale Market Opportunities and Advent of IoT Drives Development
4.6 Need for Direct Line of Sight and Light Obstruction Factors Hinders Development
5.1 Visible Light Communication Market: Global Revenue Forecast, 2016–2021
5.2 Market Significance of the VLC Technology
5.3 Commercialization Initiatives and Trends
6.1 Key Technology Developments and Innovations
6.2 Li-Fi Built Electric Lights Integrated with Internet Access
6.3 Li-Fi based LED Lighting System for IoT Connected Devices
6.4 Fast and Low-cost Li-Fi Solution for IoT Connected Devices
6.5 Portable and Highly Secured Li-Fi Product for Diversified Applications
6.6 Key Innovators and Initiatives – pureLiFi, Velmenni, Lightbee
6.7 Key Innovators and Initiatives – IBSENtelecom, Acuity Brands Lighting, LVX System
6.8 Advancements in LED Technology Back VLC Technology
6.9 Advancements in Semiconducting Materials Encourage VLC Applications
6.10 Advancements in Communication Technology Promote VLC Technology Capabilities
6.11 Strategies to Capitalize Growth Opportunities
6.11 Strategies to Capitalize Growth Opportunities (continued)
7.1 Global Patent Trend Analysis – By Year and Jurisdictions
7.2 VLC Adoption Assessment in North America
7.3 VLC Adoption Assessment in Europe
7.4 VLC Adoption Analysis in APAC
8.1 Technology Roadmap for VLC
8.2 Application Roadmap for VLC
9.1 Possible Strategic Approaches and New Technology Capabilities in VLC Technology
9.2 New Business Model and High Growth Opportunities
9.3 Assessment of Key Success Factors
9.4 From the Analyst’s Desk: What is the Nature of Disruption and Potential for Convergence?
9.5 From the Analyst’s Desk: What is the Role of Regulations in Driving Developments?
9.6 From the Analyst’s Desk: Key Companies to Watch out For
10.1 Key Patents – Indoor Positioning and Tracking Applications
10.2 Key Patents – Machine to Machine Communication and Light based Occupant Tracking
10.3 Key Patents – Light based Data Transmission Method and Relay Assisted VLC System
10.4 Key Patents – Display Integrated with VLC Technology and Adaptive MIMO VLC System
11.1 Key Industry Contacts
Legal Disclaimer
Popular Topics
| No Index | No |
|---|---|
| Podcast | No |
| Author | Varun B |
| Industries | Electronics and Sensors |
| WIP Number | D7E7-01-00-00-00 |
| Is Prebook | No |