Modern automotive infotainment systems are designed to make driving safer, more convenient, and more enjoyable for drivers and passengers. Automation, AI, IoT and driverless vehicles are playing significant roles in the development of advanced automotive infotainment systems. Compact, high-speed connectivity solutions that not only have high bandwidth and low latency, but also simplify assembly andRead More

As advanced driver-assistance systems redefine the driving experience, innovations including software-defined vehicles and high-performance computing are reshaping the automotive industry, with interconnects representing the critical link Most electronic systems deliver and optimize predefined functionality through closely coupled hardware and software elements. Therefore, the perceived natural order of things is for functionality to define the design.Read More

Humanoid robots are a subset of general-purpose robots that include large and small robotic arms that have become an essential enabler of factory automation. The development of humanoids that utilize artificial intelligence is now in the process of blurring the line between man and machine. People have been fascinated for hundreds of years with theRead More

From autonomous robots tasked with moving products throughout warehouses to automated transportation systems that handle last-mile delivery, robots are on the move in logistics systems. By Heilind Electronics The world of warehouse transportation is rapidly changing with the introduction of robotic transportation technologies. From autonomous robots tasked with moving products throughout warehouses to automated transportationRead More

Robots can go where humans can’t, either for safety or practical reasons. They can achieve levels of precision or repeatability to augment or simplify the work that people do. The right connectors make them efficient, durable, and reliable. Complex robots are deployed in a wide variety of applications — in industrial and manufacturing facilities, hospitalRead More

Manufacturing and automation are undergoing a new industrial revolution. The growing demand for interoperability, interchangeability, and portability is driving this significant transformation led by open-source technologies. Open-source technologies, from Raspberry Pi-based industrial controllers to Linux edge devices, have enabled a shift in how industries approach automation. Open-source solutions in industrial environments offer adaptability and flexibilityRead More

With unemployment rates low and the connector industry continuing to expand, attracting and retaining qualified workers has become difficult. How can new technologies help manufacturers solve this challenge? Unemployment rates remain steady and low in many regions. Meanwhile, the connector industry continues to expand, making it difficult for companies to attract and retain qualified workers.Read More

Meet the Connector: Metrical Connectors Metrical connectors, also called M-type connectors and metric circular connectors, are a standardized circular connector that is widely used in industrial applications, including robotics, factory automation equipment, and sensor systems. They are cylindrical in shape and feature a secure locking mechanism in order to ensure connections remain tight in environmentsRead More

FIRST Robotics has become an important force in the development of future engineers. Many of the young professionals working on the latest automotive technologies, from EVs to automation, got their start on a FIRST team, and many interconnect professionals volunteer as mentors with the organization. In an exclusive interview, FIRST founder Dean Kamen and MouserRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights connectors for smart building and factory automation from leading  connector manufacturers and suppliers. Connectors for Smart Building and Factory Automation The 6780-000 Series IP20 T1 Industrial single-pair Ethernet (SPE) connectors from KYOCERA AVX bring the benefits of SPE to factory automation and smart building applications. SPE provides data transmission viaRead More

Download your copy here! From factory floors to remote harsh environments, many industries are discovering the benefits of automation in all its forms. Interconnects are critical for ensuring the efficiency and safety of autonomous machines used alongside and in place of humans. In Connector Supplier’s latest eBook, The Robots Are Coming: Automation, Robotics, AI, andRead More

Delicate connector pins can be a point of failure. New contactless designs for industrial applications resist wear, damage, and ingress and transmit power and data across open air. A new wave of contactless connectors is delivering power and signal without pins or contacts. While this concept seems to defy the traditional definition of connectors, whichRead More