Research and Markets: Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015: Get an in-Depth Analysis of the Ultracapacitors Market with This Essential Report

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Ultracapacitors Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015" to their offering.

"Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015", provides
in-depth analysis of the ultracapacitors market. The report provides detailed
assessment of the global ultracapacitor industry with market revenue forecasts
to 2015. The research covers revenue shares of the major end-users such as the
renewable energy, industrial, transportation and consumer electronics sectors.
The report identifies the key growth regions of the world for ultracapacitors
sales in its section that provides region-wise analysis. The report's treatment
of the global ultracapacitor market is comprehensive with dedicated sections on
technology landscape, competitive landscape, and cost analysis. It also reviews
revenue trends, R&D trends and the regulatory framework of the ultracapacitors
market.

This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary
databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by a team of
industry experts.

The Automotive Sector will be the Cornerstone of Growth for Ultracapacitors

Ultracapacitors, with their quick charging and discharging capabilities, are
best-suited for short duration boost power applications in hybrid vehicles.
Advancements in ultracapacitor technology are expected to displace the
lithium-ion battery as the dominant automotive battery technology. The expected
takeoff in hybrid electric vehicles sales will drive the demand for
ultracapacitors in the automotive sector. Revenues from ultracapacitor
applications in the transportation sector are expected to grow at a CAGR of
42.5% during the forecast period of six years, from 2009 to 2015. From 2010
onwards, in automotive sector applications, ultracapacitors are expected to
experience an annual revenue growth of 50% or higher.

R&D initiatives for hybrid battery/fuel cell automobiles are gathering pace with
automotive majors such as Honda and Toyota testing prototypes of hybrid fuel
vehicles. Ultracapacitors, due to their higher energy efficiency and power
density features, are ideally suited for fuel-cell based vehicles.

Modernization of Power Grid and Smart Grid Initiatives will Offer Sales Growth

Utilities are looking for alternatives for battery banks as they move ahead with
the modernization of the power grid. Battery banks have been the traditional
choice of utilities for the short-term electricity supply needs during power
outages. However, Utilities are increasingly using modern storage devices such
as ultracapacitors to ensure the continuous supply of power during the period
between a power blackout and the resumption of back-up power. The deployment of
ultracapacitors in the power grid is expected to gain momentum with smart grid
initiatives forging ahead in key economies of the globe.

The Ultracapacitors Market is Expected to Grow Due to Expanding Peak Power and
Backup Applications

The substantial increase in the peak power needs of modern vehicles, industrial
applications, and consumer electronic gadgets is expected to offer opportunity
for sales growth of ultracapacitors. Ultracapacitors provide quick,
short-duration energy spurts for peak power applications such as elevators,
forklifts, consumer electronic gadgets and robotics applications.

The growth in back-up power devices will sustain the demand growth of
ultracapacitors until 2015. Ultracapacitors are typically used in conjunction
with batteries or fuel cells in back-up power applications such as Uninterrupted
Power Supply (UPS). Critical-load utility customers such as hospitals, cell
phone towers and airport control towers deploy ultracapacitors in
uninterruptible power sources. The ultracapacitors market is expected to grow at
a CAGR of 25.3% in dollar revenue terms during the forecast period of six years
from 2009 to 2015.

Ultracapacitors

High initial capital costs of ultracapacitors have restrained their uptake.
Cheaper competing technologies such as batteries are denting the attractiveness
of expensive ultracapacitors in applications that require moderate power supply.
Capital costs associated with ultracapacitors that include a power conditioning
system and all other necessary power supply equipment are high. Moreover,
ultracapacitors incur high integration costs when deployed with legacy
technologies.

Ultracapacitor manufacturers, keen about achieving cost reduction, are
maximizing their cost optimization plans to spur the sales growth of
ultracapacitors. Ultracapacitor manufacturers across the globe are taking
initiatives to cut down on the high capital cost of ultracapacitors that are
about 50 times that of batteries. Key market players are yet to find ingredient
materials that are cheaper and which have optimal safety features for use in
their production. Cost improvements of ultracapacitors achieved so far are not
significant enough to make an impact on the overall sales. The vendors are
taking a multi-pronged approach focusing on ingredient materials and R&D among
other things, to address the high capital concerns.

Modern Ultracapacitors With Their Enhanced Capabilities Are Expected To Supplant
Batteries

Advanced features of ultracapacitors such as low form factor, high power
density, quick charging, and quick response time are driving the ultracapacitor
market. Ultracapacitors are slowly penetrating into battery dominated devices
such as digital cameras and flashlights. The emergence of battery-free devices
in consumer electronics will be a key growth driver for the ultracapacitors
market during the period 2009-2015. Technology advancements in ultracapacitors
are prolonging the duration of energy release. Traditionally, ultracapacitors
have been used in applications that needed intense jolts of energy for short
durations. The use of circuits in modern ultracapacitors allow for sustained and
efficient release of energy. A recently launched flashlight model called "Light
for Life" which uses modern ultracapacitor technology will recharge in 90
seconds and can last for two hours. Fuel-cell and battery-based applications
realize significant increases in life cycles with ultracapacitors that stabilize
the power output of these systems. Electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs)
reduce power drain from the energy sources and extend the available life up to
400% when used in combination with batteries or other energy sources.

Need for Reliable, High Quality Power Supply Drives the Global Ultracapacitors
Industry

The need for reliable and quality power supply is driving the ultracapacitors
market. Reliable power supply entails uninterrupted, high quality,
fluctuation-free power supply at constant frequency. Frequent fluctuations and
frequency variations in power supply can cause unwanted damage to machineries
and even result in loss of important data in data centers, telecom centers, and
related others. Ultracapacitors provide the benefit of increased system
reliability, which is one of the highest priorities of consumers. Advanced
features such as compact size, high power density, quick charging, and wider
temperature range, make ultracapacitors particularly suitable for short duration
power boost applications such as instant high power back-up systems,
regenerative braking in hybrid vehicles or trains, and others. By ensuring the
availability of high quality power, ultracapacitors help in achieving increased
system reliability for consumers.

Scope

The report analyses market opportunities and challenges for ultracapacitor
manufacturers in the global arena. Its scope includes:

* Key geographies such as the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain,
Japan, China, India, Australia, and Brazil
* Annualised market revenues of the global ultracapacitors market from 2005 to
2008, forecast forward for 7 years to 2015
* Region wise (Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Rest of the World)
annualised market revenues of the ultracapacitor market from 2005 to 2008,
forecast forward for 7 years to 2015
* Forecast market revenues for each of the ultracapacitors major end-users -
renewable energy, industrial, transportation, and consumer electronics, from
2009 to 2015
* Revenue shares of the ultracapacitors major end-users in the overall
ultracapacitor market for 2008, forecast forward for 7 years to 2015
* Production analysis of ultracapacitors on the basis of regions for the year
2008
* Cost Analysis on the basis of material used in the manufacturing of
ultracapacitors
* Qualitative analysis of market drivers, restraints and challenges for the
global ultracapacitors market
* Competitive landscape including market shares and classification on the basis
of material used and size of ultracapacitors. Key players covered include
Panasonic, NEC TOKIN Corporation, Seiko Instruments, ELNA CO. LTD., Maxwell
Technologies, Inc., Korchip Corporation, Cooper Bussmann, NESSCAP CO. LTD,
Cap-XX etc
* Key topics covered include the Distribution Structure, Technology Analysis,
and Regulatory Framework

Reasons to buy

The report will enhance your decision making capability in a more rapid and time
sensitive manner. It will allow you to:

* Develop business strategies by understanding the trends and developments that
are driving the ultracapacitor market globally
* Design and develop your product development, marketing and sales strategies
* Identify key players best positioned to take advantage of the emerging market
opportunities
* Develop business strategies and future plans with the help of the region wise
understanding of the ultracapacitors market future trends
* What's the next big thing in the ultracapacitor market landscape? - Identify,
understand and capitalize
* Make more informed business decisions from the insightful and in-depth
analysis of the global ultracapacitors market and the factors shaping it

Key Topics Covered:

Introduction

* Global Markets Direct Report Guidance

Global Ultracapacitors Industry Analysis

* Market Overview
* Key Market Drivers
* Key Market Restraints
* Key Market Challenges

Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis, 2005-2015

* Global Ultracapacitors Market Sizing and Forecasts, 2005-2015

Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis on the basis of Geography

* Global Ultracapacitors Production Analysis on the basis of Region
* Europe Ultracapacitors Market Sizing and Forecasts, 2005-2015
* Asia-Pacific Ultracapacitors Market Sizing and Forecasts, 2005-2015
* North America Ultracapacitors Market Sizing and Forecasts, 2005-2015
* Rest of the World Ultracapacitors Market Sizing and Forecasts, 2005-2015

Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis on the basis of End-Users, 2009-2015

* Revenue Breakdown on the basis of End-Users, 2009-2015
* Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis in Industrial Sector, 2009-2015
* Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis in Renewable Energy Sector, 2009-2015
* Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis in Consumer Electronics Sector,
2009-2015
* Global Ultracapacitors Market Analysis in Transportation Sector, 2009-2015
* Other Applications

Global Ultracapacitors Market - Competitive Landscape

* Global Ultracapacitors Market, Market Share Analysis, 2008
* Global Ultracapacitors Market, Product Portfolio
* Global Ultracapacitors Market, Distribution Structure

Ultracapacitors - Technology and Cost Analysis

* Classification of Ultracapacitors
* Operation of Ultracapacitors
* Comparative Analysis of Energy Storage Technologies
* Global Ultracapacitors Market - Research and Development Trends
* US Patents Granted for Ultracapacitor Industry, January, 2007 through June
2009
* Ultracapacitors - Cost Structure

Global Ultracapacitors Market - Regulatory Framework and Investment Trends
Analysis

* Global Standards for Ultracapacitors
* Global Organization for promotion of Ultracapacitors
* Investment Summary of Major Players in Ultracapacitors Industry

Global Ultracapacitors Market - Key Players

* Panasonic Corporation
* Maxwell Technologies Inc
* Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation
* Nesscap Co. Ltd
* WIMA

Appendix

* Market Definitions
* Abbreviations
* Methodology
* Related Reports
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