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To improve the speed, ease and security of mating for its MIL-SPEC DMM rugged 2mm pitch metal connectors, manufacturer of high-performance interconnect systems, Nicomatic has introduced the D53C, a new captive screw option for all DMM connectors. This new ‘mate-before-lock’ fixing hardware provides rapid, simple and secure mating, preventing contact …

MikroElektronika (MIKROE), the embedded solutions company, has unveiled EmbeddedWiki – which it describes as “the world’s largest embedded projects platform” that already details over 1,000,000 projects based on 1500+ Click™ boards. The platform covers 12 topics and 92 applications. Each design contains a full description of the project, plus a …

Hirose has expanded its low-profile DF51K wire-to-board connector series to include a surface mount technology (SMT) version. Compatible with automated assembly processes, including pick-and-place machines, the DF51K SMT Series simplifies the assembly process and saves significant manufacturing time and cost, according to Hirose. The compact SMT connector features a centre …

Innovative surgical robotic systems are revolutionising precision and efficiency. These sophisticated devices require reliable data transmission at tremendous speed and low latencies – only very special fibre-optic connections meet this high demand.  Challenges for fibre optic data transmission connectors Miniaturization and space limitations: Connectors need to be compact enough to …

Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.), the independent provider of IPC-certified and bespoke training services for the electronics assembly industry, will sponsor what is being described as “the UK’s first workshop dedicated to low temperature soldering, assembly, inspection & defects – causes & cures”. Presented by acknowledged industry expert, Bob Willis, …

Panasonic Industry has launched a new member of its popular Grid-EYE sensor family featuring a 90° lens delivering a wider field of view (FoV) and reducing the number of sensors required to cover a given area to enable people counting and tracking applications. Privacy conscious designers have appreciated the 64 …

Spirent Communications plc, the provider of test and assurance solutions for next-generation devices and networks, has signed an agreement with a leading financial services organization to modernize and automate its global network of test laboratories. The project, which sees Spirent design, install, and configure the new testing infrastructure, will commence …

Percepio AB, the provider of observability solutions for embedded software, has announced the immediate availability of Percepio DevAlert version 2.0. Percepio DevAlert is a cloud-based observability solution providing a diagnostic feedback loop between remote devices and the product teams. With DevAlert, product teams can detect crashes, errors and other software anomalies …

Electronic component and supply chain experts, Astute Electronics, have announced a new and significant partnership with FORTEC United Kingdom (formerly Display Technology), a leader in innovative display technologies. This authorised distribution agreement positions Astute as a key distributor of FORTEC United Kingdom’s advanced display solutions in the UK, Australia, and New …

Tektronix, Inc, a provider in test and measurement solutions and Fortive company, has launched its 4 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscope (MSO) featuring, what the company describes as, state-of-the-art measurement performance capabilities on all channels, unmatched user experience, and advanced analysis capabilities. Made for embedded designers who demand superior accuracy, …