Connectivity is crucial for the seamless operation of technologies in industries that operate under extreme conditions. A harsh environment is typically defined by factors such as extreme temperatures, high humidity, corrosive substances, excessive dust, and significant vibration. These conditions can severely impact the performance and longevity of electronic components, making ruggedized connectors essential. Article ContributedRead More

Medical fiber and hybrid connectors are often chosen for bandwidth and EMI immunity, but real service life is shaped just as much by cleaning, handling, strain, and repeated mating cycles. Strategic connector design features help ensure their reliability in real clinical environments. Article contributed by David Kuklinkski,Fiber Optics Solutions Engineer, and Jessica Tropea, Customer SolutionsRead More

A power orthotics startup worked with Würth Elektronik to develop a powerful new solution for the 100 million people living with limited hand mobility. Article Contributed by: Würth Elektronik Würth Elektronik partnered with Mannheim startup Powered Orthotics to engineer a medical-grade wearable solution for the 100 million people worldwide living with limited hand function. Stroke,Read More

Radar, communications, electronic warfare, sensing systems, and other critical and high reliability applications depend on RF subsystems and precision interconnects to ensure mission success. Article contributed by Times Microwave Systems Military and aerospace platforms operate in extreme environments. Aircraft can transition from scorching desert tarmacs to frigid high-altitude flights within minutes. Naval systems must runRead More

As connector form factors multiply and lead-free alloys become the norm, the mechanical transfer machine production is being pushed to its limits. CNC integration offers a solution for high-volume pin and socket production. Article contributed by MIKRON The rotary transfer machine is at the center of connector manufacturing. Capable of cycling through dozens of machiningRead More

The current carrying capacity of a connector is not a fixed absolute value; it is always the result of a thermal consideration. Since insulating materials, contact springs, and plating systems are specified only up to a certain temperature limit, the permissible current must be reduced as the ambient temperature increases. This relationship is exactly whatRead More

Miniature connectors encourage eco-friendly electronics production. Article Contributed by: Mark Baptista, Global Strategic Accounts Sales Engineer, PEI Genesis The push for miniaturization across every technology market has been made possible by the miniaturization of electrical components. Growing demand for lightweight, compact parts across automotive, medical, and consumer electronics is reshaping the entire industry, prompting manufacturers to rethink component designRead More

Energy storage systems and uninterruptible power supplies have become integral parts of industrial environments. Vehicles and equipment that require power, such as autonomous mobile robots and AGVs, put the focus on power connectors. Article Contributed by JAE High-current connections in industrial equipment traditionally meant bolted busbars or screw-terminal blocks. However, these solutions required assembly time,Read More

From high-speed 5G networks and satellites to connected devices and automotive radar systems, radio frequency systems underpin the essential communication networks shaping our world. Article Contributed by: Shawn Luke, technical marketing engineer for DigiKey RF design demands a blend of theoretical knowledge, practical expertise, and creative problem-solving. Unlike digital systems, where signals are binary andRead More

Overmolded cable assemblies help ensure the integrity of mission-critical signal transmission in navigation, data, power, communication, and control systems. Learn how to specify this essential element of primary and secondary flight control designs. Article contributed by Robert Grzib Signal integrity, which measures the quality of an electrical signal, is inarguably the most critical factor toRead More

At Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, ATTEND featured a FAKRA connectivity demo that illustrates the RF signal path between an automotive camera module and the vehicle ECU. Is this a preview of the future of vehicle architectures? Article Contributed by Maxine Chien, ATTEND ATTEND presented an innovative automotive camera FAKRA connectivity solution at Embedded WorldRead More

Only the most durable and rugged components can protect outdoor electronics. To ensure reliable connectivity, look for these key characteristics. Article Contributed by: Paul Pulkowski, Marketing Manager, binder USA Harsh environment connectors play an important role in modern engineering, acting as critical links for power and signal transmission across diverse applications. In outdoor and challenging conditions, where materialsRead More