November 13, 2012 – SEA CON has been working on many projects with the principle aim of reducing various key parameters, such as size and weight, of electrical and optical connectors for extreme environments, without major compromises on performance. This technology is not limited to underwater applications but also applies to those in tactical and support environments, including airborne, surface shipping, and field applications subject to extreme operating conditions. SEA CON’s Gary E. Brown discusses the drivers behind shrinking extreme environment connectors and the technology innovations that have resulted. You can read the complete white paper online.

November 13, 2012 – Cooper Interconnect has added the Titan Ground Power Series of cable assemblies and field-replaceable adapters to its Burton family of aviation products. 

October 16, 2012 – Industrial communication products from leading connectivity manufacturers enable automation machines and devices to communicate with each other using a variety of protocols. Tom Schoder of Molex explains the latest advances in connector technology for industrial automation.

October 9, 2012 – RFID solutions may provide a completely new approach to product lifecycle management and value creation in the cable industry. Alexander Schmoldt of Murata explains the latest innovations and how they can transform cabling infrastructure.

October 9, 2012 – Rika Denshi America manufactures test probes with a palladium cobalt (PdCo) plating option on the plungers. Here the company provides some background on the material and explains why it might be the right option for your application.

October 2012 – Faster embedded computers require faster I/O to realize the full benefits of increased data rates. TE Connectivity’s Gregory Powers talks about the latest connector innovations making that possible.

September 2012 – How Schleuniger solved Whelen Engineering’s problem with a particular work cell involving a cut, strip, and coil line. 

August 2012 -By Molex’s Anthony J. Kalaijakis and Steve Fulton. Medical equipment applications each bring a unique set of design challenges. Here’s what to look for in two primary categories of switches for this market,

Is Amazon the Next Big Thing in Distribution? Amphenol Industrial Global Operations has announced that it now offers a variety of its products on AmazonSupply.com. Amphenol is the first connector company to sell its products through the online store. The on-line offering includes products from 10 of Amphenol’s series, including Amphenol’s 97 Series, 5015, 26482Read More

August 2012 – The newest connectors can help designers save PC board space, as well as offering other advantages. Here’s a look at some of the newest solutions available.

Competition is the primary cause for the decrease in both prices and margins. In a downturn, price competition heats up and the cannibalization of margins begins. Are distributors becoming their own worst enemies?

The requirements of a space-grade connector used in space flight applications are high performance, non-outgassing, and low magnetic characteristics. Positronic offers a broad range of termination styles, contact variants, and accessories. Gino Nanninga, Positronic’s VP of sales, provides our readers with an extensive overview of this type of connector.