Last week the European Parliament voted 522 to 18 to recommend tighter safety for exposure to cell phone emissions. In their Mid-Term Review of the European Environment and Health Action Plan, members of the European Parliament expressed regret that their report was not based on a preventive policy and urged the adoption of a new dynamic approach based on precautionary … [Read more...]
NASA’s Kepler Spacecraft Slated for EMC Testing
NASA’s planet-hunting Kepler mission, scheduled for launch in 2009, recently survived an extreme temperature test. The thermal vacuum test is part of a series of environmental tests the spacecraft will undergo before it soars into space aboard a Delta II rocket from Florida’s Caper Canaveral Air Force Station. The test, which was performed at Ball Aerospace and Technologies … [Read more...]
TÜV SÜD America Expands Its Capabilities for Testing to 140 Standards Plus
Internationally known test organization TÜV SÜD America now offers its customers product testing on over 140 UL/ANSI standards. Recognized by OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), TÜV is capable of performing electrical safety certification to North American requirements for medical devices, machinery, IT … [Read more...]
Solving the Galvanic Corrosion Issue in EMI Shielding
Tungsten carbide/aluminum composite particles inhibit galvanic corrosion of aluminum. Harry Fuerhaupter, Potters Industries, Inc. ABSTRACT An ongoing issue in the design of reliable EMC shielding is galvanic corrosion of aluminum. How can an aluminum frame be protected from galvanic corrosion if it contacts an EMI gasket containing non-aluminum particles? Chromate conversion … [Read more...]
Absorber Sheets Suppress Radiated Noise
The AB-5000-S Series from 3M are thin absorber sheets of polymer resin with magnetic filler, acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive and release liner. It has enhanced absorption at lower frequencies (below 1 GHz). Backing thickness is 1.00 mm. They are applied on a removable liner for easy handling and die-cutting. Typically used for EMI absorbing, these sheets suppress radiated … [Read more...]
A Unique Online Collaboration
The InterferenceTechnology.com website includes 11 Forums covering the major technologies and markets within the EMI/EMC sector. If you’ve a query, a problem, or an observation, just post it to the appropriate Forum. Join the “conversation”—it’s as simple as entering your email address and choosing a password. For example, the NEBS/Telecom Forum includes some intriguing … [Read more...]
Ofcom Proposes Band Manager for Airwaves Used by Wireless Mikes
British telecom regulator Ofcom has issued detailed proposals for selecting a band manager to protect the needs of wireless microphone users as the UK transitions to digital television broadcasting creating what is referred to as “interleaved spectrum” with both microphone users and digital television broadcasters using the airwaves. As the advent of digital television looms on … [Read more...]
RF Conducted Immunity System Tests to All Automotive Specifications
The new Model C100401 from AR is a fully contained RF conducted immunity system (100 watts nominal/ 400 MHz) that constitutes a complete self-contained system for automotive testing. The system includes a signal generator, 3-channel power meter, 100 watts nominal AR amplifier (10 kHz to 400 MHz), directional coupler, and control software. Everything is contained in a single … [Read more...]
MILMEGA's New Power Amplifier Solutions on Display at IEEE EMC Detroit
MILMEGA, sponsor of Interference Technology’s ‘Exhibition at a Glance’ pullout guide, has on display at the IEEE EMC Detroit: Model AS0860-40/45 – A new dual-band amplifier solution for commercial 1-6GHz RF immunity testing Model AS0104-400/200ST – A RADAR band optimized dual-band amplifier for automotive RF immunity testing Model RF350 – A 200-1000MHz power amplifier … [Read more...]
Automotive Transient Emission Test System Complies with ISO 7637-2
The new AES 5500 automotive transient emissions system from Teseq is the only complete solution for emission testing that is compliant to ISO 7637-2. This compliance makes this system the logical choice for testing the compatibility of conducted electrical transients of equipment installed in passenger cars and light commercial vehicles fitted with a 12-V electrical system. The … [Read more...]
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