Connectors

Molex, a global electronics and connectivity innovator, has launched its first product in its eHV high-voltage connector and terminal system portfolio, designed to provide secure and reliable high-performance electrical connections in high-voltage … [Read more...]

The rapid evolution of electric vehicle (EV) architectures is creating new challenges for power interconnects, particularly busbars. One of the most significant trends in e-mobility is the push toward higher power density, which necessitates more … [Read more...]

Electric vehicles (EVs) are often defined by their most visible systems, such as the batteries, electric motors, and charging technology. However, electrification affects more than these primary subsystems. A range of supporting hardware … [Read more...]

One of the core challenges in e-mobility is reducing charging times. Achieving faster charging requires higher currents, which in turn generate more heat and increase the risk of overheating in the charging cable harness. To address this, GG … [Read more...]

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are becoming a preferred power source for off-highway and ground support equipment as industries push toward cleaner, more efficient operations. Part I of this series examined the broader shift away from internal … [Read more...]

Transfer Multisort Elektronik's (TME) product range is expanding to include Amphenol GEC's PowerLok power connectors. This is a new offering, ideally for manufacturers and electrical engineers focused on hybrid and electric vehicles … [Read more...]

Integrating a liquid coolant system into the cable assembly and connector housing of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure moves coolant around the high-current wires and connectors. The liquid coolant circulates through jackets or channels … [Read more...]

In the fast-paced automotive industry, the power of connections is more critical than ever. Engineers and OEMs are under constant pressure to enhance the driving experience while adapting designs to changing vehicle architectures and platforms and … [Read more...]

E-mobility and hybrid vehicles are posing constantly evolving challenges. Demand for alternative drive systems is higher than ever before. Following its publication as the North American Charging Standard in 2022, several international automotive … [Read more...]

Samtec, Inc. has expanded its A-Series family of connectors with new additions that include a Level 3 Product Part Approval Process (PPAP) package for automobile applications. The series, comprising over 100 connectors, is designed for … [Read more...]

The automotive industry is undergoing significant technological innovation known as CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Subscription/Shared, Electrification). With vehicles being electrified, the demand for compact power electronic devices, such as … [Read more...]

A new vertical-type board-in connector is being added to the I-PEX IARPB connector series, which is ideal for the automotive market due to its lightweight, compact design. Recently, functions such as adaptive driving beams (ADB) have been added to … [Read more...]

It has been said that CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Subscription/Shared, Electrification) is a once-in-a-century technological innovation in the automotive industry. And, while the amount of electricity used by automobiles has increased with the … [Read more...]

With the implementation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and other technologies, automobiles are undergoing a major transformation at a rapid pace. Essentially, they're becoming computers on wheels, and the various electronic devices … [Read more...]

In recent years, in-vehicle systems have become more multi-function and smaller, making space-saving components more important. Additionally, there is a need for lighter equipment to achieve lower fuel consumption. To meet these demands, I-PEX is … [Read more...]

A vehicle control unit (VCU) coordinates and manages operations across key electric vehicle (EV) systems. This article reviews primary VCU functions, explores its core physical architecture and protocols, and highlights connectors' crucial role in … [Read more...]