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Ken Korane

FEV and Lightspeed to demonstrate automotive fiber optics at 2018 CES

January 4, 2018 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

FEV North America and Lightspeed Technologies have joined forces to create an automotive O/E (optical and electronic) system architecture technology that transmits photons over plastic optical fiber in lieu of E/E (electricity and electronics) technologies that typically conduct electrons over copper. According to FEV officials, this will significantly reduce weight, the number of vehicle parts, […]

Filed Under: Industry News & Events, Markets, Networking, Renewables/Energy Production Tagged With: FEV, Lightspeed

Modular cable carrier adds new roller links

January 2, 2018 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Gliding e-chain cable carriers from igus Inc., East Providence, R.I., are typically used for travel lengths between 33 and 164 feet. However, these e-chain systems are facing more demanding requirements from many customers. The dynamics of the systems are intensifying, and the loads that the chains must handle are increasing. This can cause gliding systems […]

Filed Under: Industry News & Events, Products Tagged With: igus inc.

Cable & Connectivity Symposium: Call for Papers

December 29, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

The UL and IWCS China 2018 symposium committee has issued a Call for Papers for the regional Asian conference to be held in Shanghai, China on March 20 to 22, 2018 at the Shanghai International Convention Center. Individuals and teams are invited to participate at this well-known venue with technical papers and presentations serving the […]

Filed Under: Automation, Industry News & Events, Markets Tagged With: IWCS

Fire-retardant cables approved for industrial applications

December 28, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Leoni, a leading European provider of cables and cable systems to the automotive sector and other industries, has developed fire-retardant cables that significantly reduce flame propagation and heat generation in buildings and simultaneously minimize the release of caustic gases and smoke. The products are now also available with CPR (Construction Products Regulation) approval for industrial […]

Filed Under: Automation, Featured, Industry News & Events, Markets, Products Tagged With: Leoni

AS-Interface module saves space

December 26, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

The strengths of AS-Interface technology are well known throughout factory automation. In addition to the low installation costs and flexible expandability, users appreciate the simple assembly and easy configuration of these systems. One of the few remaining challenges is the setup of larger groups of I/O inside switch cabinets and junction boxes, according to officials […]

Filed Under: Data Transmission, Industry News & Events, Networking, Products Tagged With: pepperl fuchs

Molex to demonstrate 10 Gbps automotive Ethernet at CES 2018

December 21, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

To support the future of connected mobility, Molex, Lisle, Ill., will unveil its latest offering at CES 2018, January 9 to 12 in Las Vegas. Molex will offer private demos of its connected vehicle technology ecosystem which includes a 10 Gbps automotive Ethernet backbone that fully integrates highly reliable signal integrity, prioritization, scalability and security. […]

Filed Under: Automation, Industry News & Events, Markets Tagged With: Molex

Future Electronics announces global distribution agreement with CviLux

December 19, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Future Electronics, the Montreal-based distributor of electronic components, has announced a new worldwide distribution agreement with CviLux. Founded in 1990, CviLux is dedicated to manufacturing and selling connectors, flat flexible cables, and wire harnesses. Their products are mainly for the consumer electronics, computers, communication and electro-optical industries. CviLux is headquartered in Tamsui, Taipei and operates […]

Filed Under: Industry News & Events, Markets Tagged With: Future Electronics

New guide trough system for plastic energy chains

December 15, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Metal cable-guidance systems are typically difficult to assemble, heavy, and prone to corrosion. igus, with U.S. headquarters in East Providence, R.I., developed the guidelite guide trough for plastic energy chains in 2015 to offer an alternative that was lightweight, easy to assemble, and cost-effective. “This year, we have further improved the system with a new, […]

Filed Under: Automation, Industry News & Events, Markets, Products Tagged With: igus, igus inc.

High-speed fiber optic assemblies get ruggedized

December 13, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

TE Connectivity, Harrisburg, Pa., has released its newly developed optical flex circuit cable assemblies. These compact, robust fiber optic circuits offer a multifiber management solution for high-speed electronic packaging. Fully customizable for both card-to-card and backplane applications, TE’s new optical flex circuits are ruggedized for the harsh environments of aerospace, commercial and military aircraft, and […]

Filed Under: Featured, Industry News & Events, Products Tagged With: TE Connectivity

Ethernet cable for flex and twist applications

December 11, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

LUTZE, Charlotte, N.C., is introducing two shielded MOTIONFLEX Ethernet cables with a teal TPE jacket, cataloged as A1040020 CAT5E SF/UTP (4 × 2 × AWG24) and A1040030 CAT6A SF/UTP (4 × 2 × AWG24). Suitable applications for the products include moderate linear flexing and torsion (± 270°), free flexing, and static installations, according to the […]

Filed Under: Automation, Industry News & Events, Products Tagged With: Lutze

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