SETTING THE BENCHMARK

With the widespread impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies, defense strategies must adapt. One clear example of this adaptation involves soldier training cycles. As commercial and defense technologies such as virtual reality (VR) continue to drive each other forward...

On February 27, 2024, we were thrilled to announce the release of our third annual Sustainability Report. We’re excited about the progress we’ve made over the three years of publishing our results and equally excited to share our activities in our most recent report. We feel our Sustainability...

Exploring the realm of mobile medical applications, we've dissected risks, explored common pitfalls, and discussed best practices in previous discussions. This concluding segment of our three-part blog series delves into the vital aspects of testing for security, accompanied by the tools that...

Circuit features shrink with increasing frequencies, requiring designers of printed circuit boards (PCBs) to be creative at millimeter wave frequencies. Manufacturing PCBs with such minute transmission lines and circuit characteristics is also challenging. However, the demand for millimeter wave...

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, enhancing product design isn't just about meeting environmental goals—it's a strategic move for future growth. Beyond the environmental benefits, redesigning products focusing on Total Environmental Impact (TEI), or Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) can...

For the aerospace and defense industry, electronic products must always perform reliably, especially when exposed to harsh or poor operating conditions. Hostile operating environments can be defined by parameters such as shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, or any combination thereof....

When it comes to cybersecurity, "absolute" security does not exist. Instead, it's a balance of risk management and pragmatic safeguarding. The goal is not to achieve impenetrability but to reach a state of sufficient security where risks are understood, measured, and consciously accepted.

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Modern electronic circuit designs pack as much functionality and performance as possible into the smallest spaces, but this requires meeting challenging electrical and mechanical goals for printed circuit boards (PCBs). Fortunately, for years, Benchmark’s PCB design engineers have tracked the...

Automation in manufacturing systems leads to optimized operations, improved repeatability, and reduced errors. The key is to simplify flexible automated solutions to address specific challenges. As processes evolve, modular solutions ensure that the benefits of automation grow over time.

The Benchmark Site Profile is an ongoing blog highlighting engineering and operations teams worldwide. This month features our two outstanding engineering and manufacturing sites in Minnesota —Winona and Rochester.

The rapid growth of connected and miniaturized medical devices has empowered healthcare providers to offer patients greater autonomy in managing their health from the comfort of their homes. Wearable devices seamlessly integrate with mobile apps, enabling continuous data collection and analysis...

Wireless signals keep devices connected in virtually any environment. However, confined areas can pose challenges for many closely located users and their wireless devices. This is especially true when some of these devices (e.g., remote analyzers, monitors, and pacemakers) are part of the recovery...