3D Scanner Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2021-2027)

The 3D Scanner Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12% during the forecast period. The market is driven by increasing R&D spending and advancements in technology. Furthermore, the emergence of structured light technology is also expected to drive the growth of the 3D scanner market. In addition, 3D scanner technology saves time, money, and labor and improves output quality throughout the manufacturing process. Basically, a 3D scanner uses a laser, light, or X-ray to capture the dimensions of a real object and create a point cloud. Point clouds are used to create 3D models of scanned objects using the software. In addition, 3D printer scanner technology is on the rise in aerospace, military, automotive, healthcare, and other areas.

Insights Presented in the Report:

"Amongst type, the laser scanner segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period"

Based on type, the market is segmented into optical scanners, laser scanners, and structured light scanners. The laser scanner segment is expected to hold the majority of the 3D scanner market owing to its ability to capture millions of data points in seconds. These scanners use laser light to capture the physical data in the environment. Laser scanners are generally ideal for scanning sensitive environments and objects.

"Amongst range, the short-range segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period"

Based on the range, the market is segmented into short-range, medium-range, and long-range. The short-range segment is expected to hold the majority of the 3D scanner market due to the benefits such as their low-cost, and numerous dynamic appeals. The short scanner operates in a range of 0.5 centimeters to 2 meters and is used in applications such as body scanning, medical application, and reverse engineering.

"Amongst offering, the hardware segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period"

Based on offering, the market is segmented into hardware, software, and services. The hardware segment is expected to dominate the 3D scanner market during the forecast period. The advancements and adoption of new 3D scanner technology are expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

"Amongst application, the healthcare segment is expected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period"

Based on application, the market is segmented into entertainment & media, aerospace & defense, healthcare, civil & architecture, industrial manufacturing, and others. The healthcare segment is expected to hold the majority of the 3D scanner market during the forecast period. Custom modeling of prostheses using 3D scanning and printing in the healthcare sector continues to drive the growth of 3D technology in the dynamic life sciences industry. 3D scanning technology is used to display an expanded 3D model of the human body to assist in the anatomy of the human body and to display a live 3D projection of the human body to assist in manipulation.

"Asia Pacific to witness significant growth during the forecast period"

Asia pacific holds the majority of the 3D scanning market owing to the presence of prime players in the region. Countries in APAC are involved in the manufacturing of defense aircraft, thereby leading to an increase in demand for 3D scanners for inspection applications in the aerospace and defense industry of the region. Growing population, flourishing economies (developed and developing), and ongoing government initiatives to promote industrial growth have made APAC an ideal destination for establishing the production units of various industries, including semiconductors, electronics, and automotive. The demand for automobiles in APAC is expected to grow in the coming years. This, in turn, will result in an increased production of vehicles in the region, thereby contributing to the demand for 3D scanners.

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