I've had an interesting conversation with a supplier who is interested in offering a webinar on some new trends in connector design that you may not be fully aware of. Before they launched the webinar, they wanted to get your help on focusing on this topic.
What I need you to do
If you have the time, please take a look at the webinar briefs below. I'd appreciate you voting on all 4 topics, that is, your degree of interest. It's always a challenge to offer a webinar, so your feedback is really important. Thanks.
Topic 1: Why Ruggedization and Miniaturization is the new big trend in Connector Design
The electronics industry has long grappled with the trade-off between ruggedness and miniaturization. Ruggedized components designed to withstand harsh conditions are often bulky and heavy for added protection. Conversely, miniaturized components, valued for their compact form factor, can be perceived as more delicate and less robust. How can connectors be designed to have both qualities?
Topic 2: Making Room for Rugged, Reliable Connected Applications
Vehicles are no longer just vehicles — they’re mobile data centers running a slew of customized apps. By 2030, electronics are expected to make up 50% of the cost of a new car, up from 35% in 2010. One problem that automakers are having is that they are running out of room to install more connections. That means they must pick and choose which popular features to include, inevitably disappointing some customers. They must also ensure the reliability of sensitive electronic equipment in harsh interior and exterior environments. The more software and hardware connections a vehicle contains, the greater the chance for problems. Recent innovations in electronics are helping manufacturers solve these complex problems and pave the way for more sophisticated automation in the future.
Topic 3: Exploring the Concept of Rugged Miniaturised Connectors
Life on the road for a vehicle isn’t easy, and few applications expose electronic systems and their components to a wider range of environmental considerations than transportation. From internal engine vibrations and battery heat to extreme factors like ice, sand and rain, transportation applications are the ultimate test of connector reliability. But as the industry increasingly demands more feature-heavy and more efficient vehicles, trucks, bikes and other means of transport, design engineers must also simultaneously design for higher electronic densities, smaller space considerations and reduced weights.
Topic 4: Designing Robots for High Vibration Activities
Rugged connectors are key to supporting the reliability and longevity of robotic systems prone to high vibrations, such as those caused by movement and terrain. Molex’s rugged, miniature connectors are well suited for robots that are consistently exposed to vibration.
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