Market Overview:
The global ionic polymer metal composites (IPMC) market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period, 2018-2030. The high molecular weight segment is expected to dominate the market in terms of value, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.0%. The low molecular weight segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2%. In terms of volume, the medical treatment application segment is estimated to account for majority share in 2018 and it is anticipated that this trend would continue during the forecast period as well.
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Product Definition:
Ionic polymer metal composites (IPMC) are materials made of a polymer matrix and embedded metal nanoparticles. The polymer matrix can be ionomer, thermoset, or thermoplastic. The nanoparticles can be any type of metal, but often include silver, gold, platinum, and palladium. IPMC has many potential applications due to its high strength-to-weight ratio and electrical conductivity.
High Molecular Weight:
High molecular weight (HMW) polymers are the largest molecules of any polymer type. They are also referred to as high-molecular-weight polymers or macromolecules. The most common types of high molecular weight polymers used in ionic polymer metal composites (IPMC) include crosslinked, linear, and branched high molecular weight polyethylene and low-density Polyethylene (LDPE).
Low Molecular Weight:
Low molecular weight (LMW) is a term used for very small size molecules or particles. The LMW particles are usually added to the polymer matrix in order to induce properties such as hydrophobicity, ionic character, and high stiffness. Low molecular weight also helps in increasing the thermal stability of composites by making them less prone to degradation caused by moisture or oxygen.
Application Insights:
The global ionic polymer metal composites market is segmented by application into medical treatment, aerospace, car, robot and industrial. In 2017, the automotive application dominated the global market with a share of over 40% in terms of revenue. The growing demand for lightweight materials with superior mechanical properties has been a major factor driving the growth of this segment.
Aerospace is expected to be one of the fastest-growing segments during the forecast period on account of increasing use in composites as an alternative to aluminum alloys owing to its light weight and high strength-to-weight ratio. Ionic polymers are also used extensively as reinforcement material in plastics & composites that are used in aircraft body structures owing to their excellent mechanical properties such as impact resistance and stiffness which make them suitable for structural composite applications at a low cost compared to steel wire or fiberglass reinforced plastics.
Regional Analysis:
North America dominated the global ionic polymer metal composites market in 2016. The growth of the region can be attributed to increasing demand for ionic polymer based metal composites from various end-use industries such as aerospace, automotive, industrial machinery and medical treatment. Increasing use of these materials in aerospace industry is expected to drive regional product demand over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness significant growth over the next eight years owing to rising disposable income coupled with growing consumer awareness regarding health & safety issues associated with traditional metals and alloys used in vehicles. This trend is projected to propel product demand across major countries such as India, China and Japan during the forecast period (2018 - 2030).
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand from aerospace and defense sector: The increasing demand for lightweight and high-performance materials from the aerospace and defense sector is expected to drive the growth of the IPMC market.
- Growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles: The growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles is expected to boost the growth of the IPMC market.
- Rising popularity of electric vehicles: The rising popularity of electric vehicles is anticipated to propel the growth of the IPMC market in coming years.
- Growing application in wind energy industry: The increasing application of IPMCs in wind energy industry is projected to boost their demand over next few years.
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Research Report
By Type
High Molecular Weight, Low Molecular Weight
By Application
Medical Treatment, Aerospace, Car, Robot, Industrial
By Companies
Solvay, Pacific Sintered Matals, Nafion, Dupont, Sybron, Asahi Glass, Tokuyama, Asahi Chemicals, Lonics, W L Gore
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
240
Number of Tables & Figures
168
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Report Segments:
The global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
High Molecular Weight, Low Molecular Weight
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Medical Treatment, Aerospace, Car, Robot, Industrial
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Solvay
- Pacific Sintered Matals
- Nafion
- Dupont
- Sybron
- Asahi Glass
- Tokuyama
- Asahi Chemicals
- Lonics
- W L Gore
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Highlights of The Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- High Molecular Weight
- Low Molecular Weight
- By Application:
- Medical Treatment
- Aerospace
- Car
- Robot
- Industrial
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) are a type of composite material that is made up of metal particles and polymer molecules. The metal particles can be either small or large, and the polymer molecules can be either small or large. This makes IPMC a very versatile material because it can be used to create a wide variety of products.nnOne common use for IPMC is in aircrafts and cars. Aircrafts are often made out of IPMC because it is strong enough to withstand high levels of stress, while cars use IPMC as part of the body structure because it is lightweight yet durable.
Some of the major players in the ionic polymer metal composites (ipmc) market are Solvay, Pacific Sintered Matals, Nafion, Dupont, Sybron, Asahi Glass, Tokuyama, Asahi Chemicals, Lonics, W L Gore.
The ionic polymer metal composites (ipmc) market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 High Molecular Weight
5.2.2 Low Molecular Weight
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Medical Treatment
6.2.2 Aerospace
6.2.3 Car
6.2.4 Robot
6.2.5 Industrial
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 High Molecular Weight
9.6.2 Low Molecular Weight
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Medical Treatment
9.10.2 Aerospace
9.10.3 Car
9.10.4 Robot
9.10.5 Industrial
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 High Molecular Weight
10.6.2 Low Molecular Weight
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Medical Treatment
10.10.2 Aerospace
10.10.3 Car
10.10.4 Robot
10.10.5 Industrial
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 High Molecular Weight
11.6.2 Low Molecular Weight
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Medical Treatment
11.10.2 Aerospace
11.10.3 Car
11.10.4 Robot
11.10.5 Industrial
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 High Molecular Weight
12.6.2 Low Molecular Weight
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Medical Treatment
12.10.2 Aerospace
12.10.3 Car
12.10.4 Robot
12.10.5 Industrial
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 High Molecular Weight
13.6.2 Low Molecular Weight
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Medical Treatment
13.10.2 Aerospace
13.10.3 Car
13.10.4 Robot
13.10.5 Industrial
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMC) Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Solvay
14.3.2 Pacific Sintered Matals
14.3.3 Nafion
14.3.4 Dupont
14.3.5 Sybron
14.3.6 Asahi Glass
14.3.7 Tokuyama
14.3.8 Asahi Chemicals
14.3.9 Lonics
14.3.10 W L Gore
