The member states of the European Union will begin applying on July 20 the new measures of the Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC, regarding toys for children age 14 and under.The new Directive, which came into force in July 2009 and was implemented into national legislation in January 2011, brings in particular more references on chemicals by limiting the amounts of certain … [Read more...]
Ferrite Testing Reveals Significant Performance Variations
Recent empirical testing of FerriShield Ferrites shows that there is a notable increase in Ohms of impedance when compared to the exact same competitive alternative. Due to an industry‐wide shift in raw material formulation and manufacturing processes, many RFI/EMI ferrites on the market are delivering lower performance across a wide‐band frequency range. This variation is an … [Read more...]
FCC Proposes Rules Changes to Improve Wireless Coverage
The Federal Communications Commission adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to facilitate the development and deployment of well-designed signal boosters, which hold great potential to empower consumers in rural and underserved areas to improve their wireless coverage. Coverage gaps exist within those service areas and continue to pose a problem for residents, … [Read more...]
Electromagnetic Fields Offer Next Big Game Controller Technology
Kinect, Microsoft is working toward the next evolution in gaming control: electromagnetism. Thanks to modern conveniences like electrical outlets, light fixtures and computers, almost every building in existence is covered in electromagnetic fields. Microsoft's team of researchers has developed a device that detects a person's position in relation to these fields. By attaching … [Read more...]
Japan Disaster Hinders Supply of Crystals Commonly Used in Cell Phones and PCs
Disruptions spurred by the Japan earthquake and tsunami caused shipments of crystals to be delayed by four weeks in April. The average lead time for megahertz and kilohertz crystals rose to 12 weeks in April, up 50 percent from eight weeks in March. Unusually long lead times can lead to delivery delays and short supplies of electronic products. Delivery delays, in turn, are … [Read more...]
High Power Electromagnetic (HPEM) Threats to the Smart Grid
This paper is focused on the threats and impacts of High Power Electromagnetic (HPEM) environments on the U.S. Power Grid and further introduces the implications of making the power grid “smarter” through the introduction of additional electronics. These Smart Grid electronics may introduce additional vulnerabilities if the grid is exposed to the high power EM threats of … [Read more...]
EMC Business Bulletin – April 20, 2011 – Volume 11
EMV Show Review, Europe Market Study Offer Promising Signs There are two key indicators that the European EMC market is showing signs of steady growth this year. 1. The 2011 EMV Show At the EMV show, which took place in Stuttgart last month, the number of workshop attendees increased 15% over the last time this event was held in 2009, up from 923 people to 1082. … [Read more...]
iPad 2’s Compass Susceptible to EMI
A number of iPad 2’s parts are in short supply after the Japanese earthquake. One such component, the tablet computer’s compass, cannot be replaced with other units because it is compasses are susceptible to EMI. Also, the iPad 2's compass works in close coordination with the tablet's accelerometer and gyroscope. This makes it impossible to simply replace one manufacturer's … [Read more...]
Power Conditioning Portfolio for Home Entertainment Systems
APC by Schneider Electric, has announced the release of the J25B and J35B battery backup solutions. The new APC J Type Power Conditioning Battery Backups are an affordable and portable solution, providing complete protection from all potential power threats within the home environment. The J Type series addresses the various power protection needs of consumers by combining … [Read more...]
Japan Disaster Affecting Tech Supply
Japan is responsible for 14 percent of global production in computers and other consumer electronics. Sixty percent of the world’s silicon wafers, used in semiconductor chips, are made in Japan. It is predicted that it could take six months before the tech supply chain returns to normal. Plants run by Toshiba, Panasonic and Sony have already been struck with damage, forcing … [Read more...]
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