Meet the Sensor: Motion Sensors Motion sensors are integrated into electronic devices to detect movement within a specified area. Within a connected system, these sensors can activate an alert or initiate a task sequence in response to that motion. They are widely used in industrial equipment, smart lighting equipment, home or building controls, videogame equipment,Read More

Faster, smaller, and lighter interconnect technologies are transforming electronics. This evolution isn’t limited to connectors; antenna designs are changing rapidly and leading the way for future transformation. As electronic systems become increasingly compact and powerful, the need for faster, more reliable wireless communication is driving innovation in antenna technology. In tandem with advances in high-speedRead More

5G small cell deployments are booming — and redefining the requirements for coaxial cables and connectors. Global connection and data sharing depends on a high performance communication infrastructure that supports 5G and sets the stage for future 6G network connectivity. Next generation technologies, including increased streaming, automation, and AI depend on accelerating data speeds, ultra-lowRead More

A new market research report by Bishop & Associates examines 2024 and early 2025 global connector industry performance, and offers a forecast for the future, although it is tempered by a wide range of fluctuating factors. Coming out of a negative year is always difficult and 2024 was no exception. A year that started withRead More

Meet the Antenna: PCB-mount Antennas PCB-mount antennas are integrated directly into a PCB (printed circuit board). Rather than attaching to the PCB as a separate component, the antenna structure is part of the PCB itself. This makes the antenna less susceptible to damage compared to external antennas. Wireless communication applications such as IoT devices, wirelessRead More

Connectors and cables are integral to many harsh environment applications, but marine technology requires considerations unique to underwater conditions. Nearly three-quarters of our planet is covered by water, and while the marine environment has always been vital for our survival, it has also become valuable to scientific, commercial, and military activities. According to From SeaRead More

Autonomy promises increased efficiency, safety, and sustainability to rail transport systems. Central to this transformation are connectors, which enable seamless data transfer between subsystems. From autonomous navigation and timetable updates to real-time diagnostics and predictive maintenance, these connectors are at the center of the intelligent infrastructure driving modern rail innovation. Worldwide rail operators are investingRead More

Meet the Cable: Subsea Cables  Subsea cables (also called submarine cables) are specialized, highly ruggedized fiber optic cables that cross the seabed between land-based stations to carry telecommunications signals. They are the backbone of global internet and data communications and transmit data such as internet traffic, telephone calls, and private data. Subsea optical cables carryRead More

The demand for smaller, wearable, and implantable devices is driving the use of compact RF connector solutions. The COVID-19 pandemic greatly accelerated the growth of telehealth and remote patient monitoring, with a new generation of portable and connected medical devices offering convenience, immediacy, and precision to patients and providers. This rapid transformation of the healthcareRead More

The medical device industry is constantly innovating with new materials, wireless technologies, sensors, packaging, and power devices. However, despite the ongoing advances occurring in electronics, it is critical that all equipment continues to follow regulatory compliance. Medical equipment and medical devices are subject to stringent regulatory standards to ensure both operator and patient safety. TheRead More

When choosing a connector for a medical application, one must consider not only the typical ratings for voltage and current, but also the constraints on physical size, temperature, and durability. Article contributed by KYOCERA AVX Medical devices include a broad range of equipment, ranging from small implantable stimulators to room-sized MRI machines. This equipment fallsRead More

Meet the Connector: Disposable Connectors Disposable single-use and limited-reuse connectors must do the same job as reusable versions, but cost, functionality, and environmental impact play a bigger role in their design. Disposables are largely used in medical applications to maximize patient safety by preventing cross-contamination and infection. They are also used in food processing, researchRead More