"Artificial Intelligence" and "AI" are all the rage. From high frequency trading on Wall Street to improved drug development, AI affects more aspects of human lives daily. Many AI solutions harness the computing power of cloud connectivity, edge computing, data centers and HPC. There are any number of resources that discuss the best frameworks and learning algorithms. But what about the hardware? That is the goal of the AI Hardware Summit, being held September 17-18, 2019 at the Computer … [Read more...]
Samtec and Avnet Target 5G Antenna to Bits Solutions in New Chalk Talk
mmWave. Massive MIMO. Beamforming. Full duplex. Connectors. Connectors? Yes, connectors. Really! This may seem like a new take on the old childhood game of "One of These Things". However, all of these technologies (and others) are directly related to developing next-generation antenna to bits 5G systems. System designers have been challenged with bringing disparate technologies together for wireless. However, system integration and industry partnerships are now making 5G development … [Read more...]
Is Your Environment Harsh?
Modern electronic devices are getting smaller with every new generation, and as a result, they are becoming more portable. At the same time, the performance of these devices is growing as the demands of consumers become greater. We expect to be able to connect to the internet wherever we go, and so we carry our cell phones, smartwatches and portable devices everywhere. Equipment manufacturers are keen to tell us that our new device will work in harsh conditions, but what does that … [Read more...]
Samtec Launches New 5G Solutions Microsite
"What's the hottest tech on the market?" From C-suites and market analysts to investors and system designers, that is a question that never becomes old. One technology having it's moment is 5G. Just in the last week, there has been major news on the topic. Apple announced its first 5G-capable iPhone coming next year. Apple is also buying Intel's 5G modem business for $1B. On the carrier side, T-Mobile and Sprint are merging to create a strong #3 carrier in the US. Verizon project … [Read more...]
ICYMI: High-Performance Communications, Delivered
ICYMI. Doesn't that immediately induce fear of missing out? Oh wait, that's another acronym. FOMO. Yikes. In any case, technical experts from Samtec, eSilicon and Wild River Technology recently co-presented a webinar around the topic of High-Performance Communications, Delivered. High-Performance Communications, Delivered The webinar highlighted technical challenges system designers and engineers face on the way to 56 Gbps/112 Gbps PAM 4 data rates. What are some of those … [Read more...]
Understanding Contacts
In the first two articles of this series, we have looked at the amount of time and effort that manufacturers spend to produce electrical contacts. It is easy to overlook their importance, but they lie at the heart of every connector. We have seen how the contacts are formed and plated, but it is vital that we understand how these processes affect their performance. It is rare for manufacturers to produce just one type of contact for all connectors. Choosing a … [Read more...]
Samtec Partners with eSilicon and Wild River Technology on High-Performance Communications Webinar
Data, data, data is everywhere. From streaming video to edge computing, system designers are challenged to meet the needs of the networks (and consumers). From servers and switches to networking equipment, OEMs developing next-gen devices with high performance communications face two common challenges. First, available silicon must support 56 Gbps PAM4 data rates. Second, test fixtures must support performance verification. Developing high-performance communications solutions requires … [Read more...]
A Dynamic, Dynamic Stress Test Proves Microwave Cable Maintains Signal Integrity
One topic that garnered much interest at the Samtec booth at the International Microwave Symposium was a dynamic stress test of Samtec's microwave cable. This demonstration proves that our low-loss, microwave cable withstands high flex cycles and still maintains signal integrity. In this video, Steve McGeary, Samtec’s Director of RF Business Development and Product Management, walks us through the demo and reviews the cable's insertion loss and return loss results, all in about two … [Read more...]
Samtec Showcases AI/ML Interconnect Demonstration at PCI-SIG Conference
The PCI-SIG Developers Conference is a free event for the 800+ member companies that develop and bring to market new products utilizing PCI Express® technology. Granted most people reading this blog won't be at the conference, but you might be interested in learning more about Samtec's demos and Technical Sessions. Demonstrations Scalable 32 GT/s Silicon Test Platform: This is a demonstration of configurable, next-generation GPU-based system combining a cable mesh … [Read more...]
The Fine Art of Contact Plating
In the first article of this series, we looked at how contacts are formed. This time, we'll investigate the next step in the manufacturing process - plating. Have you ever looked closely at an electrical contact? Contacts may be small and hard to see, but they are the most important component in any connector. With their intricate design and shiny gold plating, they have as much in common with fine art as they do with electronic components. But connector manufacturers do not invest … [Read more...]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 15
- Next Page »
