Connector Collection

Circuit board, artwork
Circuit board. Computer artwork depicting city scape made of electronic circuits

New York City, Throggs Neck Bridge taken from Queens at sunset, connects the boroughs of Queens and the Bronx

My World
Shan Jiang

Computer motherboard, artwork
Motherboard. Computer artwork of the main circuit board (motherboard) of a personal computer (PC). Motherboard components include transistors, diodes, resistors, capacitors and inductors

Bormans Apollo spacesuit
Frank Bormans Apollo spacesuit on display at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, Illinois, USA. Borman was the commander of the Apollo 8 mission, which flew around the Moon in December 1968

A simple electronic circuit used to detect the presence of water, consisting of a battery, three way connector, copper electrodes immersed in water, resistor, light bulb and transistor

Mouse connector, SEM
Mouse connector. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a PS/2 connector on a mouse. This connector plugs into a port on the computer. Magnification: x2.6 at 6x7cm size

Chip connector, SEM
Chip connector, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This connecting wire (yellow, top) has been soldered to a terminal pad at the edge of a silicon microchip

Garden - hosepipe connected to rainwater diverter on drainpipe taking rainwater to pond through hosepipe Cotswolds UK
MAB-243 Garden - hosepipe connected to rainwater diverter on drainpipe taking rainwater to pond through hosepipe Cotswolds, UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

STEAMSHIP: STORM, 1863. The jointed iron steamship Connector. Line engraving, English, 1863

Carabiner. This piece of equipment is used in sports that require ropework such as climbing and caving

Soldering a loudspeaker. Wires being soldered onto the connectors of an audio loudspeaker. The soldering iron (top left to centre)

Registered jack connectors. This type of connector is used for connecting telecommunications equipment. A registered jack (RJ) is also used in computer networking

Internet connection. Twisted pair (TP) cable terminated with a connector plug, and a wall sock- et. These are used to connect personal computers to local area networks (LANs) and the Internet

SCSI computer connector. This SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) connector is used for connecting and transferring data from a computer onto a peripheral device

Modem connector. The RJ-11 connector (lower right) links a computer modem to the Internet. A modem (modulator demodulator)

View of a computer ethernet connector
Ethernet computer connector. View of a computer ethernet connector used to connect many personal computers into a network. This connector is known as an RJ-45

FireWire cable and PC motherboard, composite image. A FireWire cable allows high speed access between a personal computer and a peripheral

Internet connectors
Internet plugs. Two twisted pair (TP) cables terminated with connector plugs. These cables and plugs are used to connect personal computers to local area networks (LANs) and the Internet

Multiple electrical connectors from laser printer
Laser printer wire connector. Close-up of a multiple electrical connector from a laser printer. Individual wires are held in place by a plastic frame (off white)

Light bulb fittings. The bulb at right has an Edison Screw fitting. The bulb at left has a bayonet fitting. The Edison Screw fitting mechanism was developed by Thomas Edison in 1909

Edison screw fitting of an energy-saving light bulb. This is a type of light bulb connector developed by Thomas Edison in 1909

Electrical power socket

Ethernet network connector

Pump gauge. Close-up of the pressure gauge on a cooling pump

19th century Electro-magnetic equipment
Technical illustrations of 19th century items of electro-magnetic equipment. There are 16 early electrostatic devices for generation

Motherboard connectors. The connectors seen here from left to right are; mouse connector (green), keyboard connector (purple), ethernet port (black, top), USB ports (black, middle and bottom)

Bacteriophage DNA packaging motor, molecular model. Bacteriophages are viruses that only infect bacteria. They enter the host cell (a bacterium)

Avacha volcano, lava plug formed in crater in 1991, Koryaksky volcano beyond, Kamchatka, East Siberia, Russia

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"Connecting the Dots: Exploring the Artistry of Connectors" In a world where technology reigns supreme, connectors serve as the unsung heroes that bridge gaps and enable seamless communication. Much like an intricate circuit board artwork, these tiny components play a vital role in keeping our digital realm running smoothly. Just as nerve cells transmit signals throughout our bodies, connector art pieces showcase their mesmerizing beauty. With delicate lines intertwining like synapses, they remind us of the interconnectedness of all things. But connectors extend beyond mere aesthetics; they are essential for establishing Ethernet networks that connect us to vast realms of information. Like nodes on a computer motherboard artwork, these connectors facilitate lightning-fast data transfer and foster global connectivity. Stepping into "My World, " we find ourselves immersed in a universe where they are pivotal even beyond Earth's boundaries. From Bormans Apollo spacesuit to Kennedy Space Center's engine cutoff replacement feed-through connector, these technological marvels ensure astronauts' safety and mission success amidst the infinite expanse of space. At Kennedy Space Center, skilled hands meticulously attach replacement feed-through connectors with utmost precision. Engineers like Lloyd Johns and Ray Clark from Lockheed Martin embody dedication as they secure each connection flawlessly. Quality inspectors such as Jim Davis and Mike Berger scrutinize internal connectors on space shuttles with unwavering attention to detail. Their expertise ensures that every component functions seamlessly before venturing into uncharted territories. As Lloyd Johns prepares the area for another crucial connection at Kennedy Space Center, we witness firsthand how human ingenuity merges with cutting-edge technology to push boundaries further than ever before. Whether it be transmitting electrical impulses or enabling interstellar exploration, connectors epitomize innovation's power to bring disparate elements together harmoniously. So let us celebrate these unsung heroes who weave invisible threads across circuits and cosmos alike – connecting our world one link at a time.