The coronavirus pandemic accelerated digitization in many industries: travel, entertainment, business meetings and many more. The Samtec blog has disruption virtual tradeshows are having. On the other hand, there were virtual trades shows before COVID-10. EDI CON Online was one of the early pioneers in 2019 (a lifetime ago?). As with many technical events, attendees want access to key thought leaders. Thus, EDI CON Online was born. They came up with the perfect tagline: Where High Frequency … [Read more...]
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Samtec Technical Experts to Present at EDI CON ONLINE
"Where high frequency meets high speed," says the tag line of past EDI CON USA events. What exactly is EDI CON? Technical specialists from across the RF, microwave, EMC/EMI, high-speed digital design and system integrator spectrum met annually. Why? For networking, training and learning opportunities naturally. What about 2019? In a new twist, this event is going digital. EDI CON ONLINE replaces the in person events with virtual, real-time training. It has been specifically targeted … [Read more...]
DesignCon 2023
Samtec will be supporting a variety of experiences for attendees at DesignCon 2023. Read on to find out what to expect from Samtec! For help with DesignCon 2023 registration, head to our show page here to receive a free Expo Pass and 20% discount for conference passes. Blast Off at Tuesday's Welcome Reception! Be our guest at the 2023 Welcome Reception, Tuesday 31 January from 6-8 PM in the Hyatt's Santa Clara Ballroom with a tribute to engineers' contributions to space exploration. … [Read more...]
A Students Perspective – Being a Samtec Co-op
“Samtec is a different breed of cat!” This statement could not be more true. From Samtec’s DNA to being a global technology leader, Samtec strives to innovate differently very day. As a Technical Marketing Engineer Co-op for the last two years, I have had the opportunity to experience Samtec's culture, technology, collaboration, and people first hand. I started my Samtec Co-op Program in January 2020 in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, Samtec provided me the best … [Read more...]
Power Integrity Book Returns to Print with a New Mission
Tis the season of giving thanks and showing gratitude to those in need. I'm thankful for the opportunity to tell you about my colleague Istvan Novak and his new book. I sat down with Istvan Novak, Principal SI/PI Engineer at Samtec, and discussed the reprint of his book, Power Distribution Network Design Methodologies. He explained, "During the pandemic, I received numerous questions related to power integrity, and, as a result, the book was reprinted to meet growing demand." Initially, … [Read more...]
More Connector Plating FAQs: Underplating, Base Metals, Lubrication, Voltage
Once upon a time, in a blog a long, long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, a wise connector guru said "Plating affects the life and quality of the connector system, including corrosion resistance, conductivity, solderability, and of course, cost." Actually, it wasn't that long ago; it was in a blog we posted last month. And it was written in Indiana, which does seem to be far away from everywhere. Finally, it wasn't a wise connector guru. Rather, it was written by me, although I was quoting … [Read more...]
Samtec SI Technologists to Present at EDI CON Online 2022
"I'm lovin' it." "Can you hear me now?" "Just do it." "Where High Frequency Meets High Speed" The first three taglines are a part of pop culture lexicon. The last describes an annual technology event - EDICON Online 2022 - focused on training and informing engineers on that latest high-performance technologies, solutions, trends and design techniques. The world of high-frequency and high-speed is converging as never before. Real-world and modeled 224 Gbps PAMx system design … [Read more...]
Embedded World 2022: Samtec Connects a Smarter World
COVID-19 is slowly fading away. People are returning to a normal life. Students look forward to summer. Families are planning holidays. Friends and colleagues are sharing meals in restaurants. In the business world, virtual meetings are still a reality. Yet, many professionals yearn to see their colleagues in person. Slowly but surely, in-person connections are being made via trade shows. Next week in Nuremburg, the annual embedded world event returns. The Coronavirus Omicron variant … [Read more...]
Linear Direct Drive Proof-of-Concept Can Support 100 G+ Signaling
This video from DesignCon 2022 shows a proof-of-concept for an on-package, or near-package, direct-drive electrical channel that can support 100 G + signaling. These drives could be used in mid-board optical and copper designs using Samtec Flyover® cable assemblies or mezzanine connector sets, or for full-channel front-panel and back-panel cable applications. Samtec’s Kevin Burt walks us through the demo, the results, and a brief discussion of the benefits. What's Going On On … [Read more...]
Higher Standards Within the Mil/Aero Industry
My father served 25+ years as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force. As a military kid, I never really understood what his job entailed. Honestly, my only thought was "cool, my dad is traveling all over the world...". Little did I appreciate the precise and rugged avionics and mechanics found on aircraft carriers. My eyes were opened to the inner workings of Mil/Aero electronics at the recent Sea-Air-Space Expo. This event attracts global leaders, key decision makers and solutions … [Read more...]
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