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Cable Backplanes Come of Age
Cable backplanes have been a longtime feature of high-performance computing, undergoing several evolutions to keep up with speed and bandwidth requirements. However, as next-generation AI computing systems take hold, the practical limits of copper have been reached, pushing connector suppliers to create products that include optical solutions. Traditional backplane and daughtercard design has been a mainstay packaging technique in large systems for many years.…
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Connecting Automotive Infotainment Systems
Modern automotive infotainment systems are designed to make driving safer, more convenient, and more enjoyable for drivers and passengers. Automation, AI, IoT and driverless vehicles are playing significant roles in the development of advanced automotive infotainment…
Robust and Reliable Connectors for Residential Energy Storage Systems
Residential energy storage systems (RESS) are one of the growing ways to realize this vision. Designed for use in homes, a RESS stores excess energy generated by renewable sources, such as solar panels, for use on…
Connector Solutions for Off-Highway Vehicle Electrification Challenges
Electrification, a process that has been evolving since the discovery of electricity, has become integral across many industries, including industrial, agriculture, and transportation. The transportation transformation extends to off-highway vehicles, encompassing diverse machines like tractors, mining…
HDs and Hybrids Pack More Electronics in Smaller Form Factors
As AI and IoT continue to evolve, the miniaturization of components will play a critical role in making these technologies more accessible and easier to integrate into our daily lives. OEMs are looking for ways to…
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Wire and Cable Assemblies Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights wire and cable assemblies from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Wire and Cable Assemblies Times Microwave Systems' MaxGain Space Assemblies, supplied by PEI-Genesis, epitomize cutting-edge satellite communication technology. Engineered for space…
MIL-Aero Sensors & Sensor Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights MIL-Aero sensors and connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. MIL-Aero Sensors & Sensor Connectors Nicomatic’s CMM series is a trusted choice for integrators and system designers working on MIL-approved sensors. These 2 mm…
V2X Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights V2X connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. V2X connectors KW02C connectors from JAE are CHAdeMO-compliant and are suitable for both V2H (vehicle to home) and V2G (vehicle to grid) applications.…
Battery Connectors Solutions Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights battery connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Battery connectors Amphenol's SurLok Plus connector available from PEI Genesis is a field installable alternative to common compression lugs. Features include IP67 protection,…
Humidity and Moisture Sensors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights humidity and moisture sensors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Humidity and Moisture Sensors PEI-Genesis offers Trafag sensor and control products designed to withstand harsh environments for industries including test benching,…
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What are Ribbon (Flat) Cables?
Meet the Cable: Ribbon or Flat Cable Ribbon cables, also known as flat or planar cables, feature a row of conductive wires running in parallel within a wide, flat, ribbon-shaped cable substrate. Ribbon cable can be folded and bent, providing great design flexibility. [caption id="attachment_48771" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Adafruit…
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