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Vehicle Radar Systems: Precision Radar Technology for ADAS

Automotive radar systems are facing new design challenges, including signal interference, data fusion and thermal management. With advancements that improve precision and reliability, these technologies are setting new benchmarks in radar performance. Molex provides solutions that engineers need to address these challenges, enabling the development of safer, more efficient automotive systems.

Vehicle Radar Systems: Enhancing Situational Awareness and Safety


The rapid adoption of radar-equipped vehicles is transforming the automotive industry, bringing a new set of challenges for design engineers. With more radar systems on the road, the risk of signal interference grows—potentially threatening performance and accuracy. These systems need to differentiate similar objects, such as pedestrians, obstacles and other vehicles, while maintaining enough resolution for precise identification. Additionally, automotive radar must be capable of processing vast amounts of real-time data to support quick decision-making, ensuring safe and efficient driving experiences.

To address these challenges, engineers require components that minimize signal interference and maintain data integrity. Advanced solutions like 4D imaging radar and sensor fusion ensure reliable operation in challenging weather. AI-powered algorithms and high-speed data transmission support quick decision-making and adaptive object detection.

High-performance connectors by Molex empower design engineers to meet ADAS and radar system challenges. These connectors offer durable, temperature-resistant solutions that maintain high-speed data transmission while optimizing space inside vehicle architectures. Molex solutions extend the lifespan of ADAS assemblies through advanced thermal management and reduce development time and cost with platforms that allow easy integration across vehicle models. The customizable Molex portfolio allows for unique designs that address a wide range of ADAS radar needs.


ADAS Radar Sensor Module Board-to-Board Connectors


ADAS radar systems face challenges in delivering reliable, high-speed data transmission while withstanding automotive conditions like vibration, temperature extremes and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). To meet these demands, connectors must provide high performance and durability in compact designs. Board-to-board connectors from Molex are engineered to support these conditions, ensuring reliable ADAS functionality and building driver confidence.

  Pitch  Circuits Current Board-to-board
SlimStack Connectors 0.60 to 16.00mm 6 to 240 18.0A X

ADAS Radar Sensor Module I/O Connectors


Integrating radar sensors in vehicles requires connectors that can handle space constraints and environmental stresses while maintaining precise signal quality. High-performance, compact connector designs address these challenges, supporting high-current loads and resisting vibration, EMI and temperature fluctuations. Molex delivers ADAS Radar Sensor Module I/O Connectors with high-density, customizable configurations—offering reliable, adaptable connectivity solutions for intelligent ADAS system performance.

  Terminal Size Circuits Current Wire-to-board Wire-to-wire Sealed
FFC / FPC Connectors   2 to 120 2.0A X    
Mini50 Connectors 0.50mm 2 to 38 Up to 4.0A X X X

Premo-Flex Flat-Flexible Cable (FFC)

Gain robust and flexible PCB connections with a broad selection of custom and standard flat flexible circuit (FFC) cable options, including high-speed, low-voltage differential signal (LVDS) cable assemblies. These solutions help designers optimize PCB space, lower component costs and maintain reliable board-to-board connections in high-performance devices. 

ADAS Radar Sensor Module High-Speed Connectors


Maintaining signal integrity and connection reliability for high-speed ADAS radar systems is challenging due to EMI, temperature fluctuations and physical stress. High-speed connectors designed for rapid, dependable data transfer and power delivery provide the robust long-term performance needed for harsh automotive conditions. Molex offers compact, flexible ADAS Radar Sensor Module High-Speed Connectors, delivering high-frequency data transmission with minimized signal loss. 

  Ports/Cable Frequency Range Operating Temperature Wire-to-board Wire-to-wire Sealed
High-Speed FAKRA Mini (HFM) Interconnect System Single, dual, quad, custom Up to 20GHz -40 to +105°C X X X