Connecting the dismounted soldier: three big challenges face land force leaders

In its new ‘Tech Insights’ paper, Fischer Connectors answers the three big questions facing land force leaders as they adopt digital equipment intended for the dismounted soldier. From tactical drone controllers to digital optics to biometrics and high-definition video cameras, today’s commanders face a growing array of soldier wearable digital equipment. As wearable devices proliferate, … Continued

The connector must match the cable: How reliable high-speed data transmission succeeds in the medical sector

Data transmission plays an important role in modern medicine. The applications are diverse. Be it for precise imaging or diagnostic procedures, such as endoscopy, laparoscopy, electroencephalography (EEG), MRI and CT scanners or medical ultrasound. The connectivity technology is crucial here. Connectors and cables must not only be as compact as possible, but also robust, reliable … Continued

Educational video: Signal integrity simply explained

To mark the release of our connectivity solutions using USB 3.2 – a very stringent data protocol in terms of connector and cable assembly manufacturing and engineering –, we have produced an educational video (4:14) that explains the challenges of high frequency digital signals in simple terms and visuals. Designing interconnect solutions for reliable and … Continued

Soldier biometrics: more connections, more capability, more risk

Biometric sensors are everywhere – on smartwatches and rings, in hospitals, at airports and warehouses, in automobiles and even in door locks. Because biometrics can provide reliable information about individual identity and physical status, these sensors have implications for intelligence collection and other military operations. Here’s a brief summary of Fischer Connectors’ paper entitled “Biometrics … Continued

Single Pair Ethernet for IIoT: High-speed data transmission in small space

In IIoT applications, high-performance cables and connectors are required to enable high data transmission rates even over longer distances. Single Pair Ethernet is predestined for this. The new technology scores with many other advantages, such as low material and space requirements, and is therefore an indispensable part of highly automated industrial process chains in the … Continued

Trend paper ‘Connecting Industry 4.0’: Three innovation practices address IIoT connectivity challenges

Connectivity is the essential enabler for Industry 4.0. While releasing new Single Pair and USB 3.2 connectivity solutions for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in rugged environments, Fischer Connectors experts have described three challenges facing OEM engineers designing IIoT applications, as well as three innovation practices addressing cybersecurity, global logistics and Edge/Cloud infrastructure. Here’s … Continued

Electronica 2022: Fischer Connectors showcases solutions for the entire connectivity spectrum

During the world's leading trade fair Electronica taking place in Munich from 15 to 18 November, the connectivity experts from Fischer Connectors, part of the Conextivity Group, showcase their extensive portfolio of components, systems, applications and services in demanding environments. The focus is on current and future challenges in the electronics industry, and how Fischer … Continued

10 key strategies to ensure signal integrity at high data speeds

Signal integrity is critical in data-heavy applications requiring ongoing streams of precise data transferred at high bit rates and over long distances. Here are 10 key points to consider when optimizing products for high-speed data transmission.   The emergence of high-speed data transmission and the demand for ever greater bandwidth are driving engineers throughout the … Continued

Trend paper: Three emerging trends in electronics

While the demand for data is increasing and the supply of electronics is drying up, we must find smarter ways to foster system interoperability and high-performance, reliable data transmission. Which current and future trends are worth looking out for?   In a world of ever-increasing global consumption fueled by the immense thirst for electronic technology … Continued