Alastair R. Ruddle, Ph.D., MIRA Ltd., Nuneaton, UK Toroidal current transducers are widely used in EMC measurements, both for monitoring currents flowing on single cables or cable bundles and for injecting currents onto such cables or cable bundles. The latter forms the basis of a well-established approach to susceptibility testing (bulk current injection) that is used in the … [Read more...]
EMC Test Software Adds DO-160 Module for Aerospace Applications
Teseq Inc.’s new aerospace test application for use in its Compliance 5 EMC test softwareis a DO-160 RF emissions and immunity test module.Preloaded, standard hardware configurations and limit lines enable users to quickly configure their hardware and select the required test. A pre-configured menu system allows users to select various settings including standards, test … [Read more...]
New Circular Hybrid Technology Connectors
Molex Incorporated’s new Brad® Micro-Change® M12 Circular Hybrid Technology (CHT) connector that combines Cat 5e data speed and power supply for high signal integrity. The Micro-Change CHT connector features a reduced footprint and lower installation and cabling costs in process and automation control and industrial applications, HVAC systems, telecoms infrastructure, vision … [Read more...]
Doomsday Plane’s Immunity to Electromagnetic Pulse Determined via RS105 Testing
The President’s $223 million doomsday plane is outfitted with an electromagnetic pulse shield to protect its 165,000 pounds of advanced electronics. Thermo-radiation shields also protect the plane in the event of a nuclear strike. The shield was tested by means of RS105 test method specified in MIL-STD-461F, which addresses the risk of radiated exposure to an EMP event. The … [Read more...]
Report Unveils 75 Incidences of Electronic Interference on Planes
A report by the International Air Transport Association, a trade group representing more 230 passenger and cargo airlines worldwide, documents 75 separate incidents of possible electronic interference that airline pilots and other crew members believed were linked to mobile phones and other electronic devices. The report covers the years 2003 to 2009 and is based on survey … [Read more...]
Company Delivers Heat Pipes and Structural Components to NASA
Thermacore recently delivered Constant Conductance Heat Pipes (CCHPs) to NASA in support of the agency's Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) mission. Thermacore also delivered high thermally conductive k-Core® structural components for the agency's Thermal Infrared Sensor (TIRS) program supporting the Landsat Data Continuity Mission (LDCM). NASA's GPM program seeks to … [Read more...]
US Air Force Offers Glimpse Of 'Doomsday' Plane
Protected by an electromagnetic pulse shield and running on 165,000 pounds of state-of-the-art electronics, the President’s “doomsday” plane is said to be able to withstand the ultimate worst-case scenarios, such as nuclear blasts and asteroids. The $223 million plane is on standby 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is fitted with radiation and electromagnetic pulse. The plane … [Read more...]
Relocation of Company’s Lab Creates Aerospace EMC Test Facility
In September, TRaC will expand its EMC and Environmental testing facilities in the south of England. TRaC's new location near Wimborne, Dorset, will include all aspects of EMC testing for the Aerospace and Defence industries.TRaC South will host a range of test facilities including: three EMC chambers capable of testing to a broad range of military/aerospace standards, two … [Read more...]
Woman Captures Aerial Photo of Space Shuttle Endeavor Launch
Stefanie Gordon had just woken up from a nap on a flight to Florida when she heard the captain tell the passengers to look out east for an opportunity to get a bird’s-eye view of Space Shuttle Endeavour on her final flight. Gordon then took some unique pictures of the shuttle on her iPhone and posted them on Twitter. The photos immediately went viral. “It was just shocking,” … [Read more...]
Lightning Strikes Plane at Heathrow Airport
A recent video shows lightning striking one of the world's largest planes as it prepared to land at London's Heathrow Airport. The lightning reportedly smashed into the roof, right above the pilots' heads. The powerful jolt of electricity passed right through the body of the Emirates Airbus A380 before shooting out to continue its journey to the ground. The Emirates service … [Read more...]
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