In this episode of the Our Connected World podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of discrete, hybrid, and process automation technologies on manufacturing. As these technologies evolve, manufacturers are achieving unprecedented economies of scale, customization opportunities, and maintenance predictability. Yet, there is much more to be …

In today's episode of the Our Connected World podcast, we dive into the future of vehicle design, focusing on the transformative impact of advancements in smart vehicle technology. With the rapid shift towards electrification and the increasing complexity of automotive systems, the industry is experiencing a significant evolution. This episode expl…

In this episode of Our Connected World by TE Connectivity, Michelle Dawn Mooney speaks with two TE Connectivity experts in eVTOL architectures and aerospace technologies: Martin Cullen, Senior Manager for Business Development and Matt McAlonis, Engineering Fellow, Aerospace. Their insights are grounded in years of experience and participation in ke…

In this episode of "Connected World" podcast, hosted by Michelle Dawn Mooney and brought to you by TE Connectivity, the discussion centers on the rapid shift in automotive technology towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs). This evolution is marked by a change in consumer preferences, moving away from traditional metrics like horsepower and accele…

The world of aerospace is abuzz with the electrification of aircraft, specifically focusing on eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) technology. As urban areas become increasingly congested and the global population seeks sustainable and efficient travel options, the stakes are high in the race to commercialize eVTOLs. According to industry…

Hosted by Michelle Dawn Mooney, this episode of "Our Connected World" delves into the challenges and opportunities in technological innovation. Guests Shad Kroeger from TE Connectivity, Alexandra Spitler, and Dr. Dave Norris from Louisiana Tech University discuss the findings of the TE Connectivity Industrial Technology Index. Kroeger explains that…

Commercial transportation is seeing a wave of electrification as more and more of these vehicles shift from combustion to electric. This transition has been happening gradually in the industry, and in addition to the environmental factor, gas prices have also played a major role in its expansion. As this growth continues to rise, so many components…

With a wider consciousness of climate change, the world is becoming increasingly electrified. From passenger vehicles to home cooling and heating, the Electrification of Everything is driving enormous demand for clean, reliable electricity. To deliver on the promise of worldwide electrification, electricity grids will require significant changes. W…

Complex compositions of materials are all around us, enabling big improvements in advanced technologies. These materials typically possess superior properties to optimize the performance and production of a wide range of applications. In this episode of Our Connected World, host Michelle Dawn Mooney interviewed Phil Gilchrist, Vice President and Ch…

Fossil fuels and the internal combustion engine have powered the global economy for more than a century, but the future will be electrified. As the world adopts ambitious goals to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions, engineers are racing to commercialize electric alternatives to the vehicles and machinery that we use every day. In the…

Headlines about electric vehicles are littering the news. This week highlighted EVs capable of off-roading, changes in California law, and President Biden’s approval of $900M funding for charging (Reuters). “Much of the driving force behind this transformation from internal combustion engine to battery electric vehicle has been environmental sustai…

In this episode, Alex Megej, Chief Technology Officer for the Industrial Business Unit at TE Connectivity, speaks with Tyler Kern about cobots, how they differ from traditional industrial manufacturing robots and how they are advancing today’s factory automation. Cobots are more compact than large-size manufacturing robots. “Think of them as a mech…

On a global level, we are seeing increased demand for renewable energy sources. In this intriguing episode of Our Connected World, podcast host Tyler Kern sat down with Dr. Thomas Schoepf, VP and CTO of Energy at TE Connectivity to discuss the current and future state of renewable energy, barriers to adopting renewable energy sources, and much more…

ATM machines, the internet, GPS maps, and weather reports all have one common denominator: outer space. Without space, these services would not be possible at the scale they are today. TE Connectivity’s leader of global engineering, Matt McAlonis joined Tyler Kern, host of Our Connected World, to highlight the trends in the space frontier. Space ho…

TE Connectivity is on the cutting edge of sensor technology. To discuss this innovation that’s disrupting many industries, Tyler Kern chatted with VP and Chief Technology Officer, Erin Byrne, of Sensor Solutions. Byrne highlighted many examples of how sensors are already involved in people’s everyday use. “Sensors are ubiquitous…they’re ubiquitous …

Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, wrapped his three-part look at autonomous driving on Connected World with a focus on the future. The present-day provides the answers to that future. New players entering the autonomous vehicle space are making their presence known, and their technology solu…

Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, continued his discussion on autonomous driving with Connected World’s Tyler Kern. In this second episode, the conversation shifted to the human side of autonomous driving and people's trust issues with AI. And, as with Klaedtke and Kern’s earlier conversatio…

There’s a lot to be excited about in the world of autonomous vehicles. Still, there are many challenges ahead, including misconceptions to clear up and technology hurdles to climb before EV’s go mainstream. Ralf Klaedtke, The Chief Technical Officer for Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, shared his insights on those challenges and the tre…

The ecosystem of electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly changing. With so many factors that impact the market, OEMs are evolving their models to meet consumer demand and infrastructure needs. Discussing the current state, Steven Merkt, President, Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, joined Our Connected World host Tyler Kern. “There have been m…

The trend for seeing electric vehicles (EV) on the road has been on the rise. Sameer Pagnis, President, Global Automotive at TE Connectivity joined Host Tyler Kern to discuss facilitators and roadblocks in the EV field. A convergence of factors are responsible for increasing EV prevalence. The technology is integrating rapidly, battery pack density…

It’s astounding to think that the first flight was just over a hundred years ago. Since then, humans have been around the world and into space. So, what’s the future of flight? Connected World host Tyler Kern chatted with TE Connectivity’s Matt McAlonis, engineer and aerospace expert, to find out. First, Matt spoke about passenger aviation. “Disrup…

Taylor Fitzpatrick, Product Manager of Power Connectors at TE Connectivity, spoke on the challenges designers face when creating eVTOL platforms and the solutions they can use to help solve them. Without the proper battery management strategy, eVTOL aircraft cannot glide or auto-rotate. Fitzpatrick said that, along with needing sufficient battery s…

750,000 to 17 million – that’s quite the differential. These two numbers reflect where the commercial drone market is today, and where it's projected to be by 2029. Why are commercial drones rising so quickly in popularity? That’s what ConnecTEd World’s Tyler Kern wanted to know. Luckily for Kern, Catharina Atalaia Santos, a Field Application Engin…

Flying cars, something once thought of as pure science fiction, are nearly ready for takeoff. However, eVTOL vehicles, or electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, still have some barriers to overcome before they take to the skies at scale. Bruce Conway, Principal Scientist for AD&M Wire Development at TE Connectivity, spoke on power distribu…

Known for utilizing proprietary mesh networks, advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) discovers the benefits of moving over to cellular networks. TE Connectivity’s Gordon Barber, Global Director IoT, RF Solutions, and Sequans Communications’ Nick Taluja, EVP Sales & Customer Support, dove into this trend with ConnecTED World’s Tyler Kern.…

As 5G cellular networks continue to grow and take hold of our cities, it’s easy to forget how far we’ve come from even a decade ago. However, cloud operators and those that work with cloud data centers are seeing these record-breaking transformations take place on a daily basis. According to Nathan Tracy, Manager of Industry Standards for the Data …

With 5G networks slowly making their way across the world, engineers and city leaders are looking for ways to use this new technology for the benefit of all. One especially important conversation taking place right now is 5G’s place in smart surveillance and smart cities.

Powering Urban Air Mobility (UAM) has challenges and solutions. Continuing the series on this vertical on Future of Air Transportation, host Tyler Kern sat down with Marcus Priest, Senior Principal Engineer at TE Connectivity.

The future of transportation will include more acronyms and more flying vehicles. UAM, AAM and eVTOL are the buzz letters of tomorrow, as Martin Cullen, Senior Manager, Business Development at TE Connectivity, explained. “Transportation and urban mobility as we know it today are undergoing a revolution of how we get around cities and go between cit…

As smart technology advances by leaps and bounds, the benefits that outdoor surveillance can provide cities are virtually limitless. In fact, places like Singapore and Tokyo have already begun using outdoor surveillance technology to great effect. To get a better understanding of the state of the industry today, Tyler Kern invited Felisa Chuang, Pr…

Electronics’ increasing role in today’s society requires the assurance of reliability and functionality of such devices through test & measurement (T&M). Connected World tapped Ryan Chen, Global Product Manager, Board to Board, for TE Connectivity for updates and insights on the latest trends in the T&M industry. “Before electronics reach end-users…

It’s difficult to think of a technology more utilized than Wi-Fi, especially in a year that’s brought a sweeping transition to work-from-home and put a microscope on everyone’s home networks. Plenty of families have been sent scrambling, trying to figure out how to have enough bandwidth for mom taking a Zoom meeting, children doing remote learning …

One area that is growing in importance for wireless IoT is the quality of service. Christian Koehler, Manager of Product Management for RF Solutions at TE Connectivity, spoke about the various challenges facing wireless IoT in this super-connected world. Costs, scalability, security and ecosystem are all areas of concern for wireless IoT providers,…

Everyone knows the term artificial intelligence, or AI,, and some may understand the impact it has on their lives to varying degrees. But what exactly is AI, and what role is it playing today and into the future? At TE Connectivity, Chris Blackburn, Technologist on the System Architecture Team, helped break down artificial intelligence for host Tyl…

Even if you don’t know it, radio frequency technology is part of your life. Whether it’s mobile phones, WiFi routers, remote controls, laptops or other devices, nearly all of them use this type of antenna technology. That isn’t going to be changing any time soon, according to Amos Cheah, Senior Manager, R&D and Product Development Engineering at TE…

The IoT market is growing. What are some of the wireless solutions that can help revolutionize the technology that’s revolutionizing devices? Felisa Chuang, Product Manager RF, Antennas, at TE Connectivity, shared her thoughts on the emerging trends she sees in the wireless connectivity space. 5G is the big story in wireless today, but Chuang said …