Introduction EMI gaskets are used extensively by the electrical/electronic industry to assist in complying with the various EMI radiated emission requirements. These requirements include compliance to DoD TEMPEST and EMI, and FCC and EU EMI test limits. As a rule of thumb the radiated emission TEMPEST requirements are about two orders of magnitude (40 dB) more stringent than … [Read more...]
Measuring Shielding Effectiveness with Two Near Field Probes
Introduction Sometimes you may find yourself needing to make a quick check on the shielding effectiveness (SE) of a material, such as plated plastic or shield gasket material. It’s possible to set up a quick measurement setup using near field probes by using a couple H-field (for magnetic field SE) or E-field (for E-field SE). You’ll also need a spectrum analyzer with … [Read more...]
Troubleshooting Radiated Emissions at the EMC Test Lab
Note: This is an excerpt from the book, EMI Troubleshooting Cookbook for Product Designers, by Patrick André and Kenneth Wyatt. See Reference 1. Introduction Radiated emissions are by far your highest risk when performing compliance testing at the test facility. With all the high-speed digital circuitry inside electronic products today, it becomes all too easy for harmonics … [Read more...]
5 Ways Signal Noise Can Impact Electrical Equipment
Accurate data acquisition is often critical in various engineering and technical projects. However, a pervasive yet often-overlooked issue that arises in the system is signal noise. This unwanted electrical interference, originating from multiple sources, can corrupt measurements, hinder communication, and compromise equipment integrity. Recognizing the Symptoms: … [Read more...]
Does Your Automotive Printed Circuit Board Have Too Many Grounds?
Abstract One of the most widespread design defects in automotive printed circuit boards is the lack of an established high-frequency reference ground. This problem is exacerbated by a tendency among automotive design engineers to cut up solid current return planes in an attempt to establish “noisy” and “quiet” grounds. Introduction Too often, the designers of automotive … [Read more...]
Using An Oscilloscope To Verify EMC Tests For Automotive Electronics
Consumer demand for more entertainment, safety, and communication options within automobiles has significantly increased both the density of electronic components and the number of on-board wired and wireless signals. The result: an ever-expanding range of signals contained within the same car-sized fixed space. USING AN OSCILLOSCOPE TO VERIFY EMC TESTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE … [Read more...]
SCHURTER Classic Power Entry Module with Circuit Breaker Gets Even Better
Santa Rosa, California, November 30th, 2023 – SCHURTER series DG11 and DG12 with and without main filters feature a first-of-its-kind ingress protection solution for IEC inlets, consisting of a seal gasket between the connector and mating V-Lock power cord. The blue colored latch of the V-Lock power cord and blue inlay of the appliance inlet indicate that the two have been … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 3
Zonal Architecture for Vehicles Zonal architecture is the name given for the new structure of vehicle electronics. In contrast to a traditional vehicle in which systems are grouped by function, zonal architecture offers a more efficient solution. The functions within a vehicle are grouped by location into several zones. Each zone is responsible for the devices that are … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 2
The Future of Vehicle Design The next generation of vehicle design will be influenced by four key trends. The first is electrification – the adoption of hybrid and all-electric power as alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. The use of electric power by commercial vehicles has become commonplace in the urban environment, where operators have easy access to charging … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 1
Introduction With over 1.4 billion cars worldwide, it is easy to assume that the only product of the automotive industry is the family car. However, the market for industrial, commercial, and agricultural vehicles is not only growing, but it is also embracing the latest technology. Even as these vehicles are becoming increasingly sophisticated, a significant number will … [Read more...]
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