Don White Consultant EMP Solutions This article presents some methods of EMP (electromagnetic pulse) protection for facilities. The EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) community provides most of the products and know how for structure shielding, bonding and grounding, plus cabling and connector surge suppression along with filtering. They also provide the service for on-site … [Read more...]
New EU Requirements and Test Methods for 2.4 GHz ISM Data Transmission Equipment
David Zhang, Nima Molaei, Leslie Bai Abstract New European Union Directive requirements have been introduced for 2.4GHz ISM Data Transmission Equipment, which will be in effect starting January 1, 2015. This article presents an overview of the regulatory compliance requirements, and provides a detailed analysis on the differences between the current standard ETSI EN 300 328 … [Read more...]
How much ESD can an IC bear?
IC immunity tests under the influence of ESD Sven Konig Nowadays, electronic devices have to meet the highest standards in terms of ESD immunity. "According to estimates of TÜV NORD, the manufacturing industry incurs costs amounting to millions of euros every year due to electrostatic discharges. ESD effects lead to circuit failures which in turn bring a vehicle, a process or … [Read more...]
The Need to Develop a Standardized Program for the Education and Training of Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineers
Anthony A. DiBiase There is an evolution in the study of electromagnetic field effects on electrical and electronic products and systems. It is progressing from an engineering art to an engineering science. This is in part due to the fact that the electromagnetic field source environment is increasing in complexity along with a greater intensity. The complexity and … [Read more...]
2014 Test & Design Guide
Welcome to the the 2014 Interference Technology EMC Test & Design Guide, where you will find articles on Testing, Design, Compliance, Education, a crossword puzzle, and a guide to EMC Live, a brand-new online event in October. View the issue here. … [Read more...]
Solar Flares Anticipated to Cause Geomagnetic Storm
A solar flare disrupted high frequency radio communications for more than an hour Wednesday, Sept.10. Even though communications were interrupted, more importantly, the flares do not present any danger. “The coronal mass ejection (CME) from sunspot AR1258 consisting of charged particles travelling towards earth has since been downgraded following a reduction in speed of the … [Read more...]
Project CISPR 16-1-5 ed2.0
“Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods – Part 1-5: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus – Antenna calibration sites and reference test sites for 5 MHz to 18 GHz” “This Final Draft International Standard is an up to 3 months' pre-release of the official publication. It is available for sale during its voting period: … [Read more...]
Presentation by Ken Wyatt at Interference Technology
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, Ken Wyatt visited the Interference Technology office to give an EMC Basics presentation. Ken Wyatt, in conjunction with Rohde & Schwarz, will present a webinar on Troubleshooting Today’s EMI Problems Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. EST as part of EMC Live. EMC LIVE is a brand new, online three day event hosted by Interference Technology. Featuring … [Read more...]
Data Book Publication Offers Overvoltage Protection Components
TDK Corporation has recently published its new 332-page data book which features EPCOS Ceramic Transient Voltage Suppressors. It contains the “extended product range of multilayer varistors (MLV), ESD/EMI filters, CeraDiode components, and leaded transient voltage/RFI suppressors of the SHCV series,” say researchers. An important feature is the new automotive MLV-E series … [Read more...]
New Absolute Linear Position Sensor Position
Measurement Specialties has just announced its PT420 - now offers the PT420, a sensor with capabilities of full-scale measurements from 2 to 100 inches. This new sensor is flexible, extremely accurate and contains picture perfect alignment for easy execution. The PT420 includes multiple table tension and numerous options for electrical connections. “The sensor’s two output … [Read more...]
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