The arrival of the single-pair Ethernet (SPE) interface marked a significant advancement in industrial connectivity. The new interface reduced wiring, power, and complexity while setting the stage for new technologies, including AI, to become part of factory, building management, automotive, and IoT systems. Now the two organizations that separately championed the interface have joined forces.Read More

At twice the speed of PCIe 6.0, the new specification supports AI, machine learning, data centers, and high-speed and high-performance computing across numerous application areas. The PCI-SIG (Peripheral Component Interconnect Special Interest Group) has released the PCI Express 7.0 (PCIe 7.0) specification to members, marking a major advancement in high-speed interconnect performance. Designed to meetRead More

New EN 18031-1 update impacts all wireless devices, ranging from smartphones to connected industrial equipment. Beginning August 1, 2025, manufacturers of all devices containing radio technologies must comply with new cybersecurity requirements under the EU’s Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU. This Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30 update mandates compliance with EN 18031-1, a harmonized standard that addressesRead More

In the demanding environment of naval defense, integrating advanced interconnect solutions is crucial to the efficiency and effectiveness of shipboard combat systems. This case study explains the connector impact on naval intelligence systems. Naval defense systems must be designed to deliver unfailing reliability in conditions that are — at best — extremely unfriendly to electronics.Read More

Meet the Connector: VITA 67 VITA 67 connectors are a family of standards under the VITA (VMEbus International Trade Association) organization, specifically designed for coaxial and RF (Radio Frequency) interconnects in VPX systems (VITA 46). These connectors are used to integrate high-frequency signals into ruggedized embedded computing systems, making them ideal for applications that requireRead More

Standards related to electronic devices guarantee interoperability and expands market opportunity for high-volume production that reduces cost and encourages collaboration as well as competition to develop the most effective solution. A universe of standards plays a critical role in the complex world we live in. Imagine having different plugs on your toaster and coffee maker,Read More

By bringing together industry leaders to audit and uphold best practices for manufacturing processes, NADCAP supports safety and performance in a field where the stakes couldn’t be higher. In the fast-evolving landscape of aerospace and defense manufacturing, maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability is critical to success. Enter NADCAP, the National Aerospace andRead More

Meet the Connector: Multiport Connectors Multiport connectors integrate multiple coaxial contacts into a single connector module, which achieves higher interconnection density while shortening installation time. Multiport connectors also reduce the form factor and the system’s overall complexity. The choice of multiport connector depends on the required frequency range, signal integrity, and space constraints all necessaryRead More

Meet the Connector: VITA 57.4 FMC+ 57.4 FMC+, the VITA 57.4 standard, provides specifications describing an I/O mezzanine module with connection to an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) or other device with reconfigurable I/O capability. 57.4 is the latest extension of the FMC (VITA 57.1) standard and defines the FMC+ (FPGA Mezzanine Card) specification, whichRead More

MIL-STD-1553 has been incorporated in every type of air, land, and sea vehicle built by the U.S. military in the last half-century. There is something eminently satisfying about a technology that simply works. One of the more enduring standards in the mil-aerospace industry is MIL-STD-1553, which defines the mechanical, electrical, and functional characteristics of aRead More

Superior performance, longer lifespans, efficiency, affordability, and design flexibility make LEDs the obvious choice for most automotive lighting applications, from headlights and taillights to interior ambient lighting, indicators, and controls. One of the most visible advancements in automotive design can be spotted from a mile away: LED lighting is now in widespread use in vehiclesRead More

As new levels of automation and connected technologies move into the most hazardous environments on Earth, Ethernet-APL is bringing field devices together. Ethernet-APL (Advanced Physical Layer), an extension of Ethernet technology, hit the standards scene in 2022 and it’s already accelerating high speed connectivity and real-time data exchange and diagnostics in the process automation industry.Read More