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At the core of every good engineer is the desire to solve a problem. That includes how humans, and the businesses they work for, can lessen their impact on the world. In this edition of Our Connected World, TE Connectivity Director of Global Corporate Responsibility Lauren Benne talks about the important role engineers play in helping companies work more sustainably. Key takeaways: • Engineers are...

How is high-speed data reshaping our relationship with our vehicles? In this episode of Our Connected World, TE Connectivity’s Davy Brown, CTO for Transportation Solutions, breaks down how data connectivity is already making vehicles safer and smarter, paving the road toward autonomy on highways, job sites and farms. Key takeaways: · Modern vehicles run on massive amounts of high-speed, low-latenc...

Companies have moved beyond the experimentation phase of AI and are now demanding to see the real value of their investment. Phil Gilchrist, TE Connectivity’s chief transportation leader for AI and sustainability, joins this episode of Our Connected World to discuss the results from the 2026 Industrial Technology Index, TE’s global survey of engineers and executives about what’s driving innovation...

As technology and AI advance, the speed of innovation continues to get faster. In this episode of Our Connected World, TE Connectivity’s Shad Kroeger, president of the Industrial Solutions segment, talks about how engineers are keeping up with today’s lightning-fast pace of invention and discovery. Key takeaways: • Innovation is accelerating across industries, compressing design cycles and increas...

Data connectivity and electrification are pushing transportation technology forward. In this episode of Our Connected World, TE Connectivity’s Aaron Stucki, president of Transportation Solutions, discusses how the experience of driving a car or operating farm equipment is being driven by the work being done by the connectors and sensors deep inside these vehicles. Key takeaways: Vehicles are becom...

Artificial intelligence would not be revolutionizing our work and personal lives without the countless essential components doing their work deep inside data centers powering this technology. In this episode of Our Connected World, TE Connectivity’s Vishwas Rao, senior vice president and general manager for Digital Data Networks, discusses this fourth industrial revolution and the challenges being...

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 done to fully realize their potential. This episod...

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 explores the trends driving these changes and the impl...

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 key industry events like the 2024 Vertical Flight So...

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 acceleration to prioritizing comfort, connectivity, safe...

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 insiders, eVTOL technology could revolutionize ur...

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 the survey aimed to understand the innovation cha...

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 are contributing to this shift. What types of cha...

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. What upgrades does the grid need in order to be pre...

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 Chief Technology Officer for Communications Solution...

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 latest episode of Our Connected World, TE Connect...

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 sustainability,” said Qiong Sun, Vice President of Autom...

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 mechanical arm that can operate in very tight spaces,”...

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. So, what is renewable energy actually? “When we...

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 holds massive potential as a domain for defensive an...

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 in improving our lives, across our work or play. E...

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 solutions can play a massive part in securing the driv...

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 conversation, safety is the leading concern for people when i...

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 trends shaping the industry with a push towards full...

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 many barriers in the way. First, it was making a ba...