TE News: WCX18 | World Congress Experience (SAE)

BERWYN, PA – April 3, 2018 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, today announced plans to display its portfolio of end-to-end automotive data connectivity and sensor solutions that enable autonomous driving and mobility at WCX18: World Congress Experience (SAE), Booth #5031, in Detroit, Michigan, April 10−12, 2018.

TE will showcase its latest automotive sensor and connector offerings including test and measurement sensors, JAQUET speed sensors, LITESURF plating technology, data connectivity systems and the Hirschmann Car Communication (HCC) antenna solution designed for automotive applications including design, testing, R&D, components, suppliers and system integrators. TE’s product portfolio for automotive applications will also be on display via the award-winning Virtual Connected Car, allowing users to explore every level of connectivity with a full 360° view of products inside the vehicle. TE has been teaming with automotive manufacturers to collaborate on leading connectivity solutions that set industry standards. By engaging early in the design process, TE collaborates with customers, developing solutions that accelerate success for our customers seeking a leadership role in making autonomous vehicles a reality.

In addition, TE will lead five sessions exploring the latest technical developments critical for automotive engineers:

Injection-moldable, Low Density, and Electrically Conductive Polymer Composites for Automotive Applications

Tuesday, April 10 at 9:00 a.m. EST in Room 141

Presenter: Craig L. Reeder, Scientist

LITESURF: Tin-free Press-in Technology for the Automotive Industry

Wednesday, April 11 at 9:30 a.m. EST in Room 251 B

Presenter: Frank Schabert, Senior Manager Research and Development, Product Development Engineering

Connecting Autonomy

Wednesday, April 11 at 11:00 a.m. EST in the Learning Lab

Presenter: Huzefa Bharmal, Senior Manager, Wireless Infotainment

Optimizing the Balance of Power and Fuel Economy with Today’s Emission Constraints

Wednesday, April 11 at 2:00 p.m. EST in Room 252 B

Presenter: Jonathan Tigelaar, Project Lead, Mechanical Engineering

Design Requirements for Automotive Ethernet PoDL Compatible Connectors

Wednesday, April 11 at 2:30 p.m. EST in Room 258

Presenter: Guadalupe Chalas, Research & Development/Product Development Engineer

“As a global leader in connectivity and sensor solutions for the automotive industry, our engineers are working with the world’s top 30 automakers to design the newest, most innovative applications for autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles and future technologies,” said Alan Amici, chief technology officer of Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity. “With advanced applications ranging from infotainment to self-driving capabilities, TE is helping to create a smarter, safer, sustainable and more productive future.”

TE’s thousands of engineers provide support of application-specific, standard and custom requirements, from product concept through manufacturing. TE subject matter experts will be on site at WCX18 to share their insights and discuss engineers’ design and manufacturing needs.

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