Global Acoustic Cameras Market By Array Type (Two Dimensional, Three Dimensional), By Application (Noise Source Detection, Leak Detection), By End-Use Industry (Industrial, Aerospace & Defense, Infrastructure, Energy & Power, Automotive), By Region, and Key Companies - Industry Segment Outlook, Market Assessment, Competition Scenario, Trends and Forecast 2019-2028

An acoustic camera is a device that detects, identifies, locates, and categorizes mid-to-high-frequency audio sources. It gathers signals using several microphones and analyses them at the same time to determine the precise position of the source. The processed data is then captured for examination to show the phase of the sound wave.

In addition, the camera offers noise maps for qualitative analysis. Acoustic cameras are frequently used to combat noise pollution in congested regions, and to find flaws in equipment and mechanical components. These cameras are increasingly being used to reduce noise pollution in urban areas.

They are also used to minimize noise pollution generated by vehicles, airplanes, trains, wind turbines, as well as in various manufacturing and power production facilities.

An acoustic camera is used to quickly identify sources of mid- to high-frequency noise. In order to thoroughly study noise radiating from its source at a particular frequency, live observations utilizing far-field beamforming and near-field holography are now available.

For additional research and to show the phase or sound wave, images are animated, sound is captured, and these cameras are intended to generate qualitative data in a noise mapped form.

Detailed Segmentation –

Based on Array Type:

• Two Dimensional
• Three Dimensional

Based on Application:

• Noise Source Detection
• Leak Detection
• Other Applications

Based on End-Use Industry:

• Industrial
• Aerospace & Defense
• Infrastructure
• Energy & Power
• Automotive
• Other End-Use industries

Based on Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• South America
• Middle East & Africa

Market Dynamics

An increase in the maintenance requirements by various industries to ensure safety and efficient performance levels, a greater number of acoustic cameras in the oil & gas as well as power generation projects, the enforcement of stringent safety government regulations, and the increased use of advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) equipment are anticipated to have a significantly positive impact on the revenue growth of this market.

Acoustic cameras are used to identify and locate sound and its frequencies to identify defects in material properties before they cause equipment or infrastructure failure. They are used to maximize both testers and tested product safety. Most tests are completely harmless to users.

Acoustic cameras act as a preventive measure in industries where volatile or high-pressure equipment and machinery are manufactured or used. The main aim of an acoustic camera is to identify and resolve issues that otherwise would prove harmful. In addition, an acoustic camera is reliable as it eliminates the risk of oversight or inaccuracy. Considering these factors, the impact of this driver is currently high and is expected to remain so over the forecast period.

Acoustic cameras are extremely expensive, and products from this industry tend to face barriers that may hinder its adoption, particularly among underdeveloped countries. The lack of appropriate government financing in emerging nations towards the adoption of security technologies for diverse end-uses may potentially impede the market growth prospects for this industry.

The adoption of advanced technology necessitates significant expenditures, which may also serve as a barrier for the acoustic camera industry. The cost of installation and maintenance for these cameras is often expensive, raising the overall cost of the system.

Thus, initial investments necessary for the adoption of these devices may pose a significant challenge in various developing areas or to small businesses, thereby potentially impeding the expansion of the acoustic camera market in the process.

Technological advancements in non-destructive testing equipment provides an opportunity in the acoustic camera market by offering more trustworthy and precise inspection data. Eddy-current array and phased array ultrasonic are two sophisticated technologies in this equipment that enable improved ways of presenting data and producing inspection reports of high value to consumers.

For example, phased array ultrasonic generates a picture that may be used to understand a color-coded C-scan. Similarly, a color-coded eddy-current array C-scan is utilized to understand the material’s accurate properties. As a result, with future trends and improvements, this sophisticated NDT equipment is projected to create lucrative opportunities for the global acoustic camera market.

Competitive Landscape

• AcSoft Ltd.
• Microflown Technologies
• CAE Software and Systems GmbH
• Campbell Associates Limited
• gfai tech GmbH
• KeyGo Technologies
• Brüel & Kjær
• National Instruments Corporation
• Norsonic AS
• Siemens Industry Software Inc.
• Scantek Inc.
• Polytec GmbH
• Signal Interface Group
• Sinus Messtechnik GmbH
• SM srl
• Sorama
• THP Systems
• VisiSonics Corporation
• TotalSim Ltd.
• Wibro-Akustyka. PHU
• Ziegler-Instruments GmbH

• In April 2018, Brüel & Kjr and Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH (UK) have agreed to a merger. On January 1, 2019, Hottinger, Brüel & Kjr (HBK) was formed as a result of this. As a result of this merger, HBK is actively leading the way in terms of this end-use industry’s digital transformation.
• In July 2016, Discom GmbH was acquired by Brüel & Kjr (Germany). This purchase strengthens the company’s business of automobile transmission sound & vibration test equipment for acoustic quality assessments.

For the Acoustic Cameras Market research study, the following years have been considered to estimate the market size: