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Binder cage clamps M12 connector series

The industrial circular connector specialist, binder, is offering cage clamp termination options for a large part of its M12 ranges. Helping to ensure a vibration-proof connection for applications subject to mechanical loads – the company cites machines that are exposed to vibrations caused by motors or manufacturing processes, for example – the cage clamp variants are ...

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Lindsley Ruth backs EW BrightSparks to help celebrate engineering

Since we first began EW BrightSparks, back in 2016, RS Components has been our partner throughout all the awards. A key part of that has been the valuable support of Lindsley Ruth, its CEO, who strongly identified the need to highlight the achievements of younger engineers within the industry. The good news is that Lindsley will be ...

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Wyld Connect hybrid terminals support sensor-to-satellite IoT

Wyld Networks has announced 2H 2022 availability of a new range of Wyld Connect low-power, sensor-to-satellite LoRaWAN terminals and modules for the IoT, aiming at areas where there is little or no alternative connectivity. The full service will be available in the second half of 2022, says the company, with a partnership with Eutelsat enabling ...

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Isotropic gears up for multi-link antenna product launch

It’s been a busy seven days for Isotropic Systems, the specialist in satellite connectivity whose radio frequency optics enable multi-link ground antenna to simultaneously connect to satellites in multiple orbits. The Reading-based company has announced its mobile Ka-Band GM2000 Terminal Range for military forces, and partnerships with Teledyne and SpaceBridge to extend the options for ...

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Digi-Key video series highlights “Revolutionizing Automation”

Digi-Key Electronics is launching a new video series called “Revolutionizing Automation”, which explores the cutting-edge of automation and control technologies. Sponsored by Omron and Siemens, the four-part video series highlights how Digi-Key itself processes 5.3 million orders annually, with the efficiency of the supply chain involving sensors, motors and controllers, robotics, connectors, power and RFID, ...

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RS Grass Roots’ Isabella Mascarenhas strengthens EW BrightSparks selection panel

We recently shone a spotlight on new additions to the EW BrightSparks selection panel. Today, we’re very happy to announce a mainstay of the  judges will also be adding her considerable support: Isabella Mascarenhas, Vice President, Grass Roots & Shining Stars at RS Components. The UK-based distributor has been ever-present in its support of EW BrightSparks, from ...

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Skyports raises $23m in first close of Series B funding round

Skyports, the electric air taxi and drone drone services provider, has raised $23 million in the first close of its Series B funding round, with capital coming from new and existing investors. Specifically, all existing institutional shareholders participated in the round including Deutsche Bahn Digital Ventures, Groupe ADP, Solar Ventus, Irelandia and Levitate Capital. These ...

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SpaceX offers OneWeb route back to satellite launches

OneWeb, the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications company that is partially owned by the UK government, has entered into an agreement with SpaceX that will enable it to resume satellite launches. The first launch with SpaceX, the company founded by Elon Musk, is expected to be within the year. “We thank SpaceX for their ...

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MoD funds Sentinel Photonics for sensor detecting laser threats

The UK government has awarded a £180K grant to Sentinel Photonics to develop a sensor to detect and identify laser threats in civilian contexts. The original technology was created by the Dstl (Defence Science and Technology Laboratory) for military use – to detect and assess the threat levels of lasers deployed against personnel, aircraft and ...

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Founder of AFBE-UK boosts EW BrightSparks selection panel

We’re very pleased to announce another addition to the EW BrightSparks judging panel with Dr. Ollie Folayan, the co-founder of AFBE-UK (Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers) and chair of its Scottish arm, agreeing to join us this year. The organisation promotes higher achievement in education and engineering, particularly among people from the black ...

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