ElectronicSpecifier

24/06/2026

Addressing MLCC reliability challenges in automotive LiDAR 🚙

As a core sensing component of intelligent vehicles, the stability of automotive LiDAR directly impacts the safe operation of autonomous driving systems. Whether in mechanical or solid-state LiDAR architectures, the transmitter module, receiver module, and backend computing unit all place stringent demands on power quality and component reliability. Any performance fluctuation in critical electronic components can lead to reduced sensing accuracy, abnormal system response, and ultimately affect vehicle decision-making and driving safety.

At present, global automotive LiDAR Tier 1 suppliers and vehicle manufacturers continue to face challenges related to conventional component selection during the mass-production stage.

To address these industry challenges, YMIN has developed a dedicated hybrid aluminium electrolytic capacitor solution, providing a new option for automotive LiDAR power supply systems.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4eCApIP

23/06/2026

Happy International Women in Engineering day! 🎉

Who is your most inspiring woman in engineering?

See who our editorial team selected and why!

23/06/2026

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) is a day to celebrate women in engineering. Not only their ability to create change to improve the lives of both men and women, but also their ability to do this whilst pushing for a brighter and more hopeful future for other women in the sector, against any and all societal odds – which are often stacked against them.

One such woman who has recently come to my attention is Judith Love Cohen.

Cohen worked on the guidance computer for the Minuteman missile. She helped build the ground system for the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite. She contributed to the Hubble Space Telescope. And in 1970, she helped to design the Abort-Guidance System that brought the astronauts of Apollo 13 safely back to Earth. During her lifetime, she was also a ballerina, author, publishing powerhouse, oh, and she’s also Jack Black’s mum (yes, that Jack Black!).

Read the full article by our Associate Editor, Sheryl Miles: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/news/women-in-tech/the-engineer-who-helped-to-bring-apollo-13-home/

23/06/2026

Happy International Women in Engineering Day 🎉

Read our latest WiT INWED contributed articles:

The AI bus is moving: an engineering leader’s guide to the road ahead - Amanda Chesters: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/news/women-in-tech/the-ai-bus-is-moving-an-engineering-leaders-guide-to-the-road-ahead/

Embracing innovation: women shaping the future of AI - Fang Tuurnala: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/news/women-in-tech/embracing-innovation-women-shaping-the-future-of-ai/

Broadening engineering intelligence to build better outcomes - Aileen Ryan: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/news/women-in-tech/broadening-engineering-intelligence-to-build-better-outcomes/

23/06/2026

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22/06/2026

YMIN LKE series capacitors solve ESC failure in drones 🚁

The global drone market, particularly in North America, Europe, and parts of Southeast Asia, is undergoing a significant transition from consumer-focused recreational use to industrial-grade applications. Whether in millisecond-critical racing competitions or professional operations such as agricultural surveying, mapping, security monitoring, and infrastructure inspection, increasingly stringent demands are being placed on flight systems to deliver exceptional manoeuvrability and performance.

For drone and RC model power system manufacturers, as well as Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) developers and manufacturers, the input stage of ESC power boards used in high-performance FPV drones, racing drones, and industrial UAVs has become a critical design challenge.

Find out more about YMIN's solution: LKE series — a dual breakthrough in electrical performance and physical design: https://bit.ly/4vwY305

22/06/2026

Agile Analog, Xiphera collaborate on post-quantum cryptography

Agile Analog has announced a collaboration with Xiphera, the hardware-based cryptographic solutions expert. The integration of Agile Analog’s agileSecure anti-tamper sensor IP and Xiphera’s digital cryptographic IP cores creates a unified defence solution for the next generation of semiconductor security. This is particularly important as the industry transitions to post-quantum cryptography (PQC).

Chris Morrison, VP Product Marketing at Agile Analog told Electronic Specifier: “As the industry prepares for the post-quantum era, we can no longer afford to view digital cryptography and physical security as separate silos. SoC designers face an increasingly complex threat landscape, demanding security solutions that are both secure and easy to integrate. Our collaboration with Xiphera addresses this challenge.

Read more: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/products/quantum/agile-analog-xiphera-collaborate-on-post-quantum-cryptography/

21/06/2026

A practical guide to choosing the right RJ45 connector

From simple LAN devices to advanced industrial equipment, RJ45 connectors provide the physical interface that enables dependable Ethernet communication.

However, differences in shielding, LED options, magnetics integration, mounting styles, and port density can significantly influence both performance and manufacturability.

Understanding these variables helps engineers balance cost, reliability, and functionality when designing connected systems.

Read more: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/studentzone/student-blog/a-practical-guide-to-choosing-the-right-rj45-connector/

Same Sky

The Same Sky blog post provides an overview of RJ45 connector standards, key specifications, and selection criteria.

20/06/2026

Rebuilding trust in healthcare technology

Healthcare systems are now amongst the most aggressively targeted areas by cyber criminals, with the number of attacks levelled against the sector rising by 21% in 2025 alone. With many institutions still running on outdated, vulnerable infrastructure, it only takes a single point of weakness for hackers to quickly expose patient data, or disrupt medical equipment.

Such attacks can result in life-threatening consequences. Any modern device used to sustain patient life likely contains a variety of sensors and monitoring technologies, any of which can be exploited by attackers to gain access to an institution’s network if adequate protection is not in place. Additionally, the capabilities of these sensors can be weaponised to cause significant physical harm to patients, making the security of devices and equipment critical.

Read more: https://www.electronicspecifier.com/industries/medical/rebuilding-trust-in-healthcare-technology/

Healthcare systems are now amongst the most aggressively targeted areas by cyber criminals, with the number of attacks