Technology Trends

Commercial Satellites are Driving the Space Economy

The market for commercial satellites, and the data they gather, is growing. Uses for the information gained from highly detailed images are as varied as tracking wildfires and comparing how much traffic certain parking lots are getting. Space has long been a proving ground for technology, and while many advancements — perhaps most notably GPSRead More

Ensuring RF Reliability and Performance for Wireless Communication

Wireless communication has become woven into every aspect of our daily lives, making it crucial to design systems with reliable components — and to keep counterfeits out of the equation. From transportation logistics networks and Smart Cities to emergency services and air traffic control, wireless communication continues to transform every industry and aspect of lifeRead More

Cable Protection Starts at the Harness: Braided Sleeving

Modern wire and cable systems are under more pressure than ever, both physically and functionally. Braided sleeving is one value-added solution that can help protect harnesses from common challenges like abrasion, vibration, heat, chemical exposure, and service access. This type of cable protection is especially important in evolving industries such as automotive, electric vehicles, andRead More

Q&A: The Benefits of 48V Electrical Systems

As automakers increase safety features and efficiency, the electrical systems that power all this new technology must also evolve to ensure performance and user safety. 48V systems are at the heart of this evolution. An increase in safety and infotainment features coupled with demand for range and energy efficiency in gas, hybrid, and electric vehiclesRead More

Navigating the Connectivity Challenges of Mobile Electrification

Understanding the connectivity issues common to electric vehicles and aircraft can help designers handle the multiplying number of electrification projects. The trajectory of innovation in electric vehicles (EVs), electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and aerospace applications seems to be going everywhere all at once. The expanding number of electrification projects makes it challengingRead More

Würth Elektronik, Centech Foster Entrepreneurial Innovation

The partnership between Würth Elektronik, an electronic/electromechanical components manufacturer, and a renowned university business incubator helps bring ideas to market. Following a successful first year, Würth Elektronik announced a new two-year commitment to continue its partnership with Centech, a renowned university business incubator based in Montreal, Canada. This collaboration supports the growth of emerging technologyRead More

Replacing Printed Wiring with Engineered Cable Solutions for High-Speed Applications

Getting faster transmission through interconnects is not as simple as just turning up the speed with a dial. It requires adjustments to signal modulation and SerDes technology, as well as advancements in interconnectivity and IC packaging. Since networking equipment operating at 100G, 200G, and 400G total data rate per port has become ubiquitous, network systemRead More

The Power of Electronics in Cybersecurity

Critical infrastructure and factory automation are among the most common targets of cyberattacks. Building cybersecurity into these systems is as necessary as any performance or safety measures. Cyber-attacks have become an increasingly complex, sophisticated, and high stakes threat. Industrial cybersecurity is evolving to meet the challenges of protecting systems and assets, ensuring safety, and preventingRead More

Marine Technology: Connectivity Under and Around Water

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

Advanced Connectors Keep Rail 4.0 On Track

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

Miniaturization in Medical Devices: The Role of RF Connectors 

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

Designing Regulatory Compliance into Medical Devices

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

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