Smaller, lighter, and more efficient systems enable advanced military and avionics applications, ensuring mission-critical performance in high-frequency, high-vibration environments. High-density multiport connectors are transforming RF (radio frequency) interconnect technology, built on a legacy of innovation that stretches as far back as WWII. Significant advances in electronic warfare, communications, and radar were key to the development of flexible coaxialRead 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

Military communications applications such as radars, jammers, and super signal interference, use VITA solutions to accommodate a high number of connections in tight density. VITA (VMEbus International Trade Association) standards promote open system architectures for critical embedded computing with an emphasis on developing those standards in a highly transparent process. Applications embracing these standards often requireRead More

For survivability and operational efficiency, gear that is lightweight and relatively easy to carry is a necessity. Miniaturized connectors help meet these goals. The term “future soldier” was developed in the 1990s to describe combat soldiers outfitted with high-tech uniforms and equipment on the battlefield. While the term was once futuristic, it depicts what isRead More

From predictive maintenance on railcars and tracks to timetable management and Smart City integration, AI and machine learning are transforming modern railways. High-speed trains, electrification, and the integration of artificial intelligence are transforming global rail networks. Two centuries into its evolution, the rail industry is in a period of rapid and transformative change. Incoming technologiesRead More

Medical technology that is comfortable and easy to use, as well as offers improvements in data collection and connectivity, help shift the focus to prevention and create better patient outcomes. Going back one or two decades, at-home medical technology included some home dialysis treatment, but centered mainly on respiratory issues with portable ventilators and CPAPRead More

The interconnect industry’s biggest gathering celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. Technologist Bob Hult has attended every one of them. Here’s what captured his attention this year. DesignCon 2025 marked the 30th anniversary of this premier technical conference for designers of high-performance chips and printed circuit board systems. An increasing number of attendees are drawnRead More

Healthcare robotics, including the latest robotic surgical systems, have profoundly changed the way patients receive care. Today’s procedures are minimally invasive and highly precise, with fewer complications. Healthcare robotics is reshaping medicine. From devices that support personalized care in home environments to sophisticated systems that assist in surgeries, a new generation of healthcare robots hasRead More

Electric vehicle technology is rapidly improving, along with fast EV charging infrastructure and connectivity systems that make it faster and easier to charge at home and on the road. Stricter air pollution regulations in a growing number of cities are prompting restrictions on diesel vehicles and putting pressure on the automotive industry to design electricRead More

Honors went to several Connector Supplier preferred suppliers this year. Electronics Industry Awards attendees were treated to a black-tie evening of excitement, networking, and celebration, in recognition of the outstanding businesses, products, and people from the electronics sector. The event took place October 24, at the Grand Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden, London. Several ofRead More

Collaborative combat aircraft puts new technology into service faster and more cost effectively by pairing unmanned fighter aircraft equipped with the latest weapons, sensors, and battle management systems with older manned fighter aircraft. The collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) program proposed by the U.S. Air Force teams autonomous (unmanned) aircraft with manned aircraft in an effortRead More

As components get smaller and performance demands increase, customers look to suppliers for innovative solutions to meet their needs. When it comes to cable routing, sometimes the best solutions aren’t flashy — just simple and effective. Connectors rely on secure cable connections. Cable routing solutions, therefore, are more than an afterthought; they are an integralRead More