Fluid system connector

A connector comprising:

• a plug defining a channel extending between a plug inlet defined by the plug and a plug outlet defined by the plug, wherein the plug inlet is configured to mechanically engage a first conduit, and wherein the plug defines an armature;
• a socket comprising a socket body defining a socket well, wherein the socket is configured to mechanically engage with a second conduit, and wherein the plug is configured to mechanically mate with the socket when the plug translates in a first direction;
• an electromagnet configured to generate a magnetic field within the socket well when the electromagnet receives an electric current;
• and
• a control circuit configured to provide the electric current to the electromagnet,
• wherein the plug is configured to cause the control circuit to provide the electric current to the electromagnet when the plug mechanically mates with the socket,
• wherein the socket body is configured to form a magnetic circuit with the armature when the plug mechanically mates with the socket and the electromagnet generates the magnetic field, and
• wherein the electromagnet is configured to cause the electromagnetic field to generate a magnetic force on the armature in a direction toward a socket wall of the socket wall to help sustain the mechanical mating of the plug and the socket.