The continued evolution of wireless communications, power electronics, aerospace systems, and industrial electronics is driving demand for components that deliver greater efficiency, reliability, and performance. This issue features articles from Bourns, Cinch Connectivity, Eaton’s Electronics Division, Kyocera AVX Components Corporation, and TDK Corporation that examine topics ranging from power planar transformers and rugged space-rated interconnects to supercapacitor selection, overvoltage protection, and precision NTC thermistors.

Beyond these featured supplier articles, this edition provides practical insights into several key areas of electronic design. Explore the voltage coefficient of resistance (VCR), the fundamentals of capacitor technologies for circuit protection, filtering, and energy storage, and guidance on selecting the right capacitor technology for specific applications. Whether designing RF communications equipment, efficient power architectures, aerospace systems, or industrial electronics, this issue offers valuable engineering guidance and perspectives on the component technologies shaping the future of electronic design.