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FAQ on wave and reflow soldering for PC boards: part 1
1+ hour, 48+ min ago (326+ words) Modern electronic products of all types and applications would not be possible without the availability of high-density, low-cost printed circuit (PC) boards packed with tiny passive and active components. Some of these components are less than one millimeter square, while…...
How do I choose the right mechanical attachment for my heat sink?
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (463+ words) February 6, 2026 By Rakesh Kumar, PhD Mechanical attachments for heat sinks depend on various factors, such as package type, pressure distribution, mechanical shock, vibrations, and geometry, to name a few. This FAQ discusses six mechanical attachments for heat sinks and the…...
Motor design software generates manufacturable variants from basic size inputs
3+ week, 16+ hour ago (94+ words) TorqStudio from Alva Industries is a motor design and analysis software platform that allows engineers to generate and evaluate electric motor concepts from basic geometric constraints such as outer diameter and axial length. The platform uses analytical models to produce…...
Enclosures designed with IP ratings for harsh environments
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (89+ words) Rolec has expanded its range of aluminum diecast enclosures designed for defense electronics applications. These enclosures feature various Ingress Protection (IP) ratings suitable for deployment in tracking vehicles, naval vessels, training and simulation systems, military cranes, and rail transport used…...
Thermal sensors provide 9-ms response for precise flow control
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (276+ words) Posifa Technologies has announced the PMF82000 series of mass air flow sensors, designed to measure low air flow rates with high accuracy and quick response in compact systems. The sensors are intended for use in oxygen delivery, respiratory equipment, and other…...
Magnets hold spring-loaded connectors in place
3+ mon, 6+ day ago (419+ words) Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp. announced the introduction of new .100" (2.54 mm) pitch magnetic spring-loaded connectors. This expansion of the Maxnetic product line delivers next-generation high-reliability magnetic connectors designed for use in ever-shrinking electronic devices and their applications. Like all Mill-Max connectors, this addition…...
Ultrasonic sensing part 2: dynamic fluid flow
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (429+ words) October 29, 2025 By Bill Schweber This second part looks at measuring fluid flow rates instead of object presence. Find part one here. Beyond basic object detection, ultrasonic transducers are used for non-invasive, non-contact measurement of liquid and gas flow rates (velocity)....
How Two-Node Architecture Is Shaping Smarter Lighting Systems
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (189+ words) A modular approach to outdoor lighting is driving the future of smart infrastructure. By John MacWilliams, Business Development Manager " Lighting, TE Connectivity As cities and utilities modernize their infrastructure, outdoor lighting is playing a critical role in the shift toward…...
Should you bring in a “consultant?”
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (498+ words) This org-chart pendulum swings with a period of about five to ten years. While in some situations this shift makes sense as technologies and markets change, it is primarily an excuse for reorganizing to justify laying off staff in many…...
Beyond the datasheet: how digital tools are reshaping connector engineering
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (546+ words) September 23, 2025 By Peter Schneid, VP of Marketing at Harwin Connectors come in many shapes and sizes, but most address two primary requirements: carrying power and transmitting data. Power connectors ensure systems receive stable voltage and current, while data connectors handle…...