Spectrum Control, well known manufacturer of EMI-control and other high-tech electronic products and systems, has announced that Spectrum Microwave, its wholly-owned subsidiary, has acquired substantially all the assets and has assumed certain of the liabilities of SatCon Electronics, Inc. of Marlborough, MA, a designer and manufacturer of high-performance microelectronic … [Read more...]
Brochure Details State-of-the-Art Antennas for EMI/RFI Testing
A new brochure just released by AR RF / Microwave Instrumentation details the firm’s comprehensive line of antennas for EMI/RFI testing. These antennas are power and frequency matched to the firm’s amplifiers (1 to 15,000 W / 10 kHz to 50 GHz). Brochure content includes detailed information and specifications on log periodic, high gain RF horns, microwave horns, E-field … [Read more...]
Two EMC Publications Available: Standard on IT Equipment & Draft on ESD Immunity Testing
Two new EMC standards have been made available from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). CISPR 22 Ed. 6.0 (2008-09) is entitled “Information Technology equipment – Radio disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement.” Procedures are given for the measurement of the levels of spurious signals generated by the ITE (information technology … [Read more...]
Combination EMI Filter / Transient Suppression Model Meets Stringent Military
The DVMN28 from VPT, Inc. is a combination EMI filter and transient suppression module that meets the military COTS (commercial off-the-shelf initiative. Product features include 0- to 50-V input with 600-V transient, 60 dB of attenuation (minimum) at 500 kHz, a soft start feature to ensure smooth startups, under-voltage lock-out circuitry for safe operation, and 99 percent … [Read more...]
MIL-COTS Front End Module Performs EMI Filtering
The MFIAM9 28-V-input attenuator module from Vicor Power supplies EMI filtering and transient protection for Vicor’s Maxi, Mini, and Micro Series of 24-V-input DC/DC converters. The front end filter module enables designers to meet the conducted emission and conducted susceptibility requirements of MIL-STD-461E, as well as the input transient requirements of MIL-STD-704A/E/F … [Read more...]
Northrop Grumman’s EM System Lab Unit Works to Boost Army Use of Intelligence Data
Defense contractor Northrop Grumman’s Electromagnetic Systems Laboratory unit has successfully deployed its Guardrail Guide Baseline (GGB 2.0) hardware and software to U.S. army military intelligence battalions. GGB’s network-based architecture supports forward garrison operators and rear operators via satellite link, as well as cooperative operations with other signal … [Read more...]
British Scientists Issue Call for Sense in Assessing EMF Risks
Eight prominent British scientists have published a paper calling for sense in regard to the supposed health perils of “electromagnetic smog” and have criticized companies that seek to profit by taking advantage of baseless fears. Among the products criticized were tummy wraps for expectant mothers and shielding products such as headgear and bed netting. Physicians were … [Read more...]
BU Researchers Working on Light-Based, EMI Immune Wireless Networks
Boston University’s College of Engineering is one academic partner launching a major program, under a National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant, to develop the next generation of wireless communications technology based on visible light instead of radio waves. BU researchers (shown at left)expect to piggyback data communications capabilities on low-power, light-emitting diodes … [Read more...]
New Amplifier Targets High Field Level Applications
The T251-2500 Amplifier from IFI achieves impressive performance levels—2500 watts 1.0 – 2.5-GHz producing >1000 watts of P1dB Power. This amplifier is perfect for EMC testing in any lab, chamber, or application requiring high field levels. Boasting a compact design, it is ideal for all test requirements and specifications that must be met in today’s demanding electronics … [Read more...]
EMI and Other Factors to Be Examined in Qantas Airbus Plunge
EMI and Other Factors to Be Examined in Qantas Airbus PlungeThe Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is carrying out an investigation into what caused a Qantas Airbus A330-300 to make an uncontrolled climb and dive that resulted in injuries to 74 passengers, with 51 requiring hospital care for serious injuries including fractures, lacerations, and spinal damage. Qantas … [Read more...]
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