Electronic Components Features

How connectors are driving widespread electrification

According to ZapMap, the UK has seen a significant expansion in its EV charging network, with 55,301 electric vehicle charging points across 31,445 locations. This represents a 46 percent increase in the total number of charging devices compared to January 2023, to meet the rocketing demand for electric vehicles.

Are we stuck in the ICE age?

The headlines around electric vehicles (EVs) have been less than optimistic recently. While the news cycle is negative, the reality is that we must continue to push for the electrification of all transportation to align with global climate targets. So, what can automakers and OEMs do to support the electric shift? Mark Barfield, Engineering Manager at Cressall, shares his insight.

IWD 2024: Top tips for female engineers to break barriers and build futures in engineering

To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, 2024, two female electronics engineers offer valuable insights for women wanting to pursue engineering careers.

A trip to ADI Catalyst: Where innovation and collaboration meet

Back in April 2022, Analog Devices announced the opening of ADI Catalyst, a state-of-the-art innovation hub in Limerick, Ireland. Since then, it has moved from strength to strength, with such prolific companies as ABB, Schneider and Siemens all working with ADI to bring their factories into the digital age.

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Accelerating EV progress: Achieving sustainability in the metals and mining industry(08/01/2024)

The global transport sector remains a significant contributor to the planet’s pollution, responsible for approximately 20 percent of the world’s total CO2 emissions. Within this sector, three-quarters of the carbon footprint originates from road-based travel, including buses, trucks and other vehicles. To curb emissions effectively and attain broader environmental objectives, a pivotal shift is needed.
Keeping the North Pole running(14/12/2023)

Every year, Santa’s elves work round the clock to make and wrap toys, which are then delivered to the homes of over two billion children. To illustrate the importance of a reliable power supply in Santa’s workshop, CP Automation has released a free infographic, to show just how Santa keeps his workshop running.
Testing keeps the turbines going round(31/10/2023)

All the way back in 1860, Abraham Lincoln referred to the potential of wind power. “Of all the forces of nature, I should think the wind contains the largest amount of motive power,” he said. Now, wind turbines are running across the globe, generating renewable energy for millions, but what keeps them going? Here, Andrew Keith, Director of Power Prove, explains why rigorous testing is so important in keeping wind farms online.
Electrical connectors for tomorrow's agriculture(04/10/2023)

The way that we farm is evolving, from surveillance drones that evaluate fields to sensors that monitor soil conditions, through to automated agricultural vehicles that collect crops. Agriculture 4.0 refers to the predicted changes in farming as a result of these technologies. Here, Dawn Rogers, Senior Product Manager at PEI-Genesis, investigates the connectors that will link up the farms of the future.
Keeping connectors secure in space(04/10/2023)

On 4 July 2020, Rocket Lab's Electron rocket experienced a launch failure, leading to the loss of seven satellites. A higher resistance in one connector caused it to heat up, melting the anti-vibration material that covered it. Vibrations then disconnected the joint, cutting the power to the turbopump.