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C&K Develops Microminiature Detect Switch for Advanced Mezzanine Card Applications

C&K Components has developed a microminiature surface mount detect switch. Designated the HDT Series, the switch sits just 3.5mm off the PC board and is designed for both top and side actuation.

30 April 2008: C&K Components

 

Herley Industries - Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMA) for U.S. Air Force jet fighters

Herley Industries, has announced that its Herley Lancaster division has received contract awards totaling approximately $1 million from a major U.S. defense contractor for the manufacture of complex Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMA) for U.S. Air Force jet fighters.

26 April 2008: Herley

 

In-line Connector System Provides Secure Mating

Featuring an overall outer diameter of less than 11mm, ITT Interconnect Solutions is offering a connector system that will fit through small diameter tubing and holes while providing secure and reliable mating. Benefiting from ITT Interconnect Solutions’ closed socket entry Mini Sure Seal contact system, new APM series connectors warrant quick and easy handling for commercial vehicle and industrial instrumentation applications (e.g. CAN-Bus).

25 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

ITT - Specialized integrated mass transit connectors

A new application note from leading hi-rel connector company, ITT Interconnect Solutions, describes customer-requested solutions for mass-transit applications that require complex integrated interconnects.

24 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

Li-ion Batteries for U.S.Army Combat System Vechicles

Saft, manufacturer of high-end batteries for defense applications, was recently awarded a multi-year follow-on contract by BAE Systems’ for Future Combat Systems (FCS), the Army’s premier modernization initiative led by the Lead Systems Integrator eam of Boeing [NYSE: BA] and partner Science Applications International Corporation. Saft will provide lithium-ion (Li-ion) hybrid electric vehicle batteries for Manned Ground Vehicles (MGV), a family of hybrid electric combat vehicles for the FCS program.

22 April 2008: Saft

 

Saft Batteries Power Jules Verne in Maiden Mission

Saft specialised primary and rechargeable spaceflight batteries are powering the ATV (Automated Transfer Vehicle) Jules Verne, the most challenging spacecraft ever engineered and produced in Europe, on its maiden mission to re-supply the International Space Station (ISS).

22 April 2008: Saft

 

C&K Develops Silent Detect Switch with Wide-Angle and Radial Actuation

C&K Components has developed a versatile silent detect switch with a variety of orientations.

17 April 2008: C&K Components

 

ITT - new version of NRG Sequential Mating System

ITT Interconnect Solutions has added a robust, space saving version of its NRG Sequential Mating System - half the height of its forerunner at only 3.5 inches high.

15 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

ITT - New rugged connectors for harsh conditions

An extension from ITT’s VG95234/CIR-connector family, the range of rugged CIR LK quarter turn lock connectors has been specially designed to satisfy the specific needs of touring and studio based lighting and audio applications.

13 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

Elbit Systems - Reorganization of its North American Business

Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems, Ltd., has announced the reorganization of its North America operations with seven focused business units responsible for providing turn-key solutions to its customers.

13 April 2008: Elbit Systems

 

Elbit Systems - HUD for new F-16 Aircraft

Elbit Systems Ltd. has announced that its subsidiary Elbit Systems Electro-Optics Elop Ltd. was selected by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics .to supply new generation Head Up Displays (HUDs) for the new F-16 aircraft.

13 April 2008: Elbit Systems

 

Semiconductor Foundry Receives DoD Trusted Foundry Accreditation

Northrop Grumman Corporation has received Category 1A Department of Defense Trusted Foundry accreditation for its Advanced Technology Laboratories (ATL).

13 April 2008: Northrop Grumman

 

ITT Powerlock connectors at IPEE Exhibition at NEC Birmingham – April 22-24

ITT Interconnect Solutions will show a wide variety of its Powerlock connector series for field-installable power distribution systems at the upcoming IPEE Exhibition at NEC Birmingham – April 22-24. A very high level of safety and reliability is provided by the range, which is equipped for the most severe operating conditions.

09 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

UK's largest independent EMS provider

WS Electronics Group has acquired Instem Technologies in a deal that positions them as the largest UK independent Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider.

07 April 2008: AWS Electronics Group

 

AS9100 allows AWS to join UK manufacturers in servicing the aerospace industry

AWS Electronics have achieved AS9100 certification for the manufacture of Wiring Harness and Cable Assembly to Aerospace Customer Requirements. The company is also due to complete full accreditation for Surface Mount Circuit Board Assembly and complete box build applications before the end of 2007.

07 April 2008: AWS Electronics Group

 

Electronics group sign up to supply chain initiative

AWS Electronics Group has recently signed up to the SC21 initiative that is organised by the Society of British Aerospace Companies (SBAC).

07 April 2008: AWS Electronics Group

 

VPT - EMI Filters

VPT has added two new EMI filters to its new COTS product line, the VPT Series. The new VPTF10-28 (10A) and VPTF20-28 (20A) filter modules provide compliance to MIL-STD-461 C/D/E for conducted emissions in military and avionics DC-DC power systems.

06 April 2008: VPT

 

VPT - DC-DC converter modules for space

VPT has introduced more than 50 DC-DC converter modules specifically designed and manufactured for space applications. Grouped into four product families, these new space DC-DC converters deliver up to 120 watts of output power, operate reliably through harsh radiation environments, and are available for fast delivery at reasonable cost.

06 April 2008: VPT

 

Omnetics - Nano-miniature Bi-Lobe® connectors

Nano-miniature Bi-Lobe® connectors from Omnetics save space and weight in UAV applications

06 April 2008: Omnetics

 

ITT Interconnect - LC fibre optic connector for harsh environments

ITT Interconnect Solutions has developed the Cannon PHD SuperLC connector to provide a small form-factor interconnect that interfaces fibre-optic hardware operating in harsh environments, as detailed in a recent application note.

06 April 2008: ITT Cannon Electronic Components

 

IGE+XAO Group - EE Electrical Harness Design Package

The IGE+XAO Group has announced the launch of SEE Electrical Harness, a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) package dedicated to the electrical harnesses design. This new product allows to save time, increase quality and enable communication with 3D CAD or PDM (Product Data Management) applications.

06 April 2008: IGE+XAO

 

Intersil - New low-noise, low power potentiometers

Intersil Corporation has announced the ISL23511 and ISL23512 low-noise, low-power, single push-button digitally controlled potentiometers in small 2mm x 1.6mm micro-TQFN packages.

06 April 2008: Intersil

 

C&K - Compact Sealed Snap Action Switch

C&K Components, a leading international supplier of tact switches, toggle, rocker and pushbutton switches, and smart card interconnect devices, has developed a series of sealed subminiature snap action switches. Designated the ZMS Series, the single pole, double throw snap action switches are available with a variety of actuators and terminal styles, including PC, solder and potted leads.

06 April 2008: C&K Components

 

High powered transistors for avionics

Link Microtek, has expanded its transistor range with the addition of a family of high-power devices aimed at avionics, radar and TACAN applications.

03 April 2008: Link Microtek Ltd UK

 

Fuel Cells for Space Shuttle surpass expectations

UTC Power fuel cells, which generate all of the Space Shuttle's electrical power, surpassed 100,000 hours of flight operation during the recently completed STS-123 mission by the Orbiter Endeavour. UTC Power is a United Technologies Corp. company and produces and maintains the Space Shuttle fuel cells under contract to United Space Alliance, NASA's prime Shuttle contractor.

03 April 2008: UTC Power

 
 
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