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Electronic Technology is in the Wind
Wind energy is big business and the electronic systems that keep the turbines running efficiently and safely have become a necessity. Electronics play a key role in wind energy generation and distribution. As this market expands, the technology that keeps it reliable, efficient, and safe becomes even more consequential. Wind is the largest source of renewable electricity generation in the United States, providing more…
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A Five-Layer Clad Solution for High-Performance Battery Interconnects
Battery connector design gets super-charged in a case study that demonstrates the power of materials science to solve new connectivity challenges. Article Contributed by Alyssa Koch, Materion Corporation Battery interconnect materials must satisfy a demanding combination…
High Voltage Interlock for Commercial Vehicles: A Must-Have or a Nice to Have?
When designing industrial and commercial transportation vehicles with high-voltage batteries and related systems, manufacturers and system integrators face an important question: Is a high voltage interlock, or HVIL, necessary at every high-voltage interface? Article Contributed By…
Case Study: A Partnership to Improve Rail Health
A South Florida railway operator wanted to update crossing signals along its system. With the help of a connector supplier, they found a solution that went even further, improving system reliability, longevity, functionality, and safety, while…
The Hidden Risks of Low-Quality Connectors in High-Power Applications
Connectors are among the smallest components in a larger electrical system, but they hold significant responsibility to carry current repeatedly, maintain stable electrical performance, withstand harsh environments, and support safe operation over thousands of mating cycles.…
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2026 Push-Pull Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights push-pull connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Push-pull Connectors Quicklock chassis circular connector from Lutronic, a Lumberg Group company, releases the latch with a rocker that snaps the 2- to…
I/O Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights I/O connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. I/O connectors Greenconn offers a comprehensive portfolio of I/O connectors, including RJ45, USB, and D-Sub solutions for networking, data transfer, and device communication…
PCB Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights PCB connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. PCB connectors Lumberg’s RAST 2.5 connector for individual conductors is another solution for secure connection technology in applications with the highest demands on…
Plastic Circular Connectors Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights plastic circular connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Plastic Circular Connectors The Micro Circular Series utilizes Omnetics’ rugged and reliable Flex-Pin contact system. Spaced on 50 mil (1.27mm) centerlines, they…
Micro, Mini, and Nano Product Roundup
This week’s Product Roundup highlights Micro, Mini, and Nano solutions from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Micro, Mini, and Nano Bi-Lobe connectors utilize Omnetics rugged and reliable Flex Pin contact system. Spaced on 25 mil (.64…
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What is a Data Bus?
This communication architecture allows for the smooth exchange of data inside a computer, or occasionally between different systems, components, and applications. A data bus is the set of connections within the CPU, memory, and peripherals used to carry data and is one of the main factors in a…
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