From autonomous drones to robotic ground vehicles, AI is increasingly embedded in modern defense systems. While the adoption of AI offers strategic advantages, it also introduces risks, ethical debates, and operational challenges. Article contributed by PEI-Genesis The integration of AI into defense systems is a global trend. At the 2025 Global Summit on responsible AIRead More

The connector industry continues to contract, even as the demand for interconnect products increases. See what acquisitions helped change the connector industry in 2025. Demand for interconnects continues to grow, fueling a continuing wave of mergers and acquisitions that leaves fewer (and now, larger) companies left in the market. In 2025, more suppliers expanded services,Read More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights SMP and SMPM connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. SMP and SMPM Connectors Amphenol and Cinch SMP RF connectors, available at PEI-Genesis, are miniature, high-frequency coaxial connectors known for their push-on coupling mechanism. They offer reliable connections up to 40 GHz, making them ideal for high-speed data transmission inRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights optical backplanes from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Optical Backplanes The Amphenol R-VPX Evolution Series available at PEI-Genesis offers high-speed modules capable of 16+ Gb/s data rate transfer performance design to support the latest high-speed protocols while still meeting open VPX requirements. The R-VPX Evolution Series meets the performance requirementsRead More

See Bishop & Associates 2024 ranking of connector suppliers for more recent data on Top 10 companies. Top 10 by Product Type for 2023 Design engineers and purchasing personnel strive to identify the best connector companies for their design and purchasing requirements. However, identifying the best companies is not an easy task.  Answers to theRead More

New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits. December 2025 New Connectivity Products December 2025 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc. Phoenix Contact’s M17 PRO hybrid connector is the first M17 circular connector in accordance with the IEC standard 61076-2-117. The M17 PRO hybrid combines data, signal, and power transmission in a compact, single-cable solution.Read More

Bishop & Associates identifies the top 10 companies in world connector sales by geographic region, manufactured products, and markets served. The third article in this annual series focuses on the leading companies in each of the end-use equipment markets. Selecting your connector company partner can be difficult and complicated. This is especially true with overRead More

What are CO2 Sensors? CO2 (carbon dioxide) sensors measure CO2 to monitor indoor air quality, often as part of an HVAC system. They are also found in medical equipment and various industrial applications. The amount of carbon dioxide in the air is an indicator of the performance quality of the HVAC system. CO2 sensors helpRead More

A look at the origin, features, and applications that make radio frequency connectors a critical component in military and communications equipment. By PEI-Genesis Radio frequency or RF connectors are specialized components that secure connections between coaxial cables and electronic equipment used in telecommunications, broadcasting, aerospace, military communications, medical devices, and industrial devices. Their primary roleRead More

Bishop & Associates identifies the top 10 companies in world connector sales by geographic region, manufactured products, and markets served. The third article in this annual series focuses on the top 10 companies by geographic region. A Look at Regional Leaders Selecting your connector company partner can be difficult and complicated. This is especially trueRead More

MIL-DTL-83723 circular connectors provide reliable electrical connections and environmental resistance in challenging conditions, making them well-suited to aerospace applications. Meet the Connector: MIL-DTL-83723 Connectors  MIL-DTL-83723 circular connectors provide reliable electrical connections and environmental resistance in challenging conditions, such as high vibration and extreme temperatures. Their durable construction and high temperature resistance makes them well suitedRead More

Bishop & Associates identifies the top 10 companies in world connector sales by geographic region, manufactured products, and markets served. The first article in this annual series focuses on the leading companies by total world connector sales. Selecting your connector company partner can be difficult and complicated. This is especially true with over 1,000 connectorRead More