Product in Action: Autosport Data Acquisition Shunt

High-reliability connectivity for Formula Student data-logging systems

In Formula Student racing, accurate and reliable data is critical to improving vehicle performance. Data acquisition shunt systems collect signals from key vehicle subsystems, enabling teams to analyze performance, optimize design, and make informed engineering decisions. Connector reliability plays a vital role in ensuring uninterrupted data and power transmission in demanding motor-port environments.

Key Features

• Compact and lightweight connector solutions
• High resistance to vibration and mechanical stress
• Reliable signal and power integrity
• Suitable for space-constrained electronic assemblies
• Ideal for performance in motorsport applications

Application

• Formula Student race cars
• Data acquisition and logging systems
• ECU, steering, and gearbox monitoring

Markets:

• Motorsports
• Automotive engineering education
• Student racing teams and R&D projects

Engineering Background

Formula Student vehicles operate in high-vibration, high-stress environments where space and weight are tightly controlled. Components must be readily available, easy to integrate, and capable of delivering consistent electrical performance. Off-the-shelf connectors that combine compact design with proven durability are essential to meet these engineering challenges.

Harwin Solution

Harwin provides a reliable interconnect solution using:

• Gecko connectors for signal transmission
• Datamate Mix-Tek connectors for power delivery

Together, these connectors meet vibration requirements while offering excellent performance-to-size ratio, making them ideal for motorsport data acquisition systems.

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Summary

Harwin’s Gecko and Datamate Mix-Tek connectors deliver compact, high-reliability signal and power connectivity for Formula Student data acquisition shunt systems. Built to withstand vibration and space constraints, they are a trusted choice for high-performance autosport applications.

 

Product in Action: Contactless Body Temperature Measurement

Precision connectivity supports reliable thermal imaging and non-contact medical screening systems.

Contactless body temperature measurement is widely used for fast, non-invasive health screening in public and medical environments. Thermal imaging systems enable accurate temperature detection without physical contact, supporting efficient monitoring in high-traffic areas.

Behind these systems, reliable fine-pitch connectivity is essential to ensure accurate data transfer, stable performance, and precise mechanical alignment within compact device designs.

Key Features

• 5mm pitch connectivity for compact medical devices
• Raised shoulder design for precise board-to-device alignment
• Reliable electrical performance for accurate temperature data capture
• Space-saving form factor for constrained PCB layouts

Application

• Thermal imaging devices
• Fever screening systems
• Non-contact medical monitoring equipment

Markets:

• Healthcare and medical devices
• Public safety and access control
• Transportation hubs and public facilities

Engineering Background

Thermal imaging systems identify elevated body temperature by detecting heat at specific facial reference points, such as the inner corner of the eye. These devices rely on precise internal alignment and stable electrical connections to ensure measurement accuracy and consistent system performance.

The Challenge

Engineers require a 0.5mm pitch socket similar to existing sub-miniature solutions, but with a raised shoulder to meet specific board-to-device positioning requirements. Standard connectors could not provide the required mating height while maintaining a compact footprint.

Harwin Solution

Harwin developed a customized variation of the H3155 sub-miniature socket, featuring a shoulder positioned further down the socket body. This design raises the mating face to the required height, ensuring precise alignment, reliable connectivity, and compatibility with space-constrained medical device designs.

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Summary

Reliable internal connectivity plays a vital role in the performance of all-in-one ventilator units. Harwin’s Archer IDC connectors help engineers achieve compact, lightweight, and dependable designs — supporting continuous patient care in portable medical environments