A proposed set of new test methods may provide more accurate attenuation data Kermit O. Phipps, Philip F. Keebler, Bradford R. Connatser Many commercial and industrial electrical environments contain equipment that is sensitive to radio-frequency (RF) interference. Theft detectors, digital sensors, and medical-telemetry systems have all been known to malfunction in the … [Read more...]
EMC in Space …
Successfully dealing with EMC in space systems requires strong EMC engineering Daryl Gerke, PE, and William Kimmel, PE Many of us in the EMC business came of age during the “space race” of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. We well remember names like Sputnik, Mercury, Gemini, and of course, Apollo. Some of us in the EMC business have even been fortunate enough to spend some (or all) or … [Read more...]
Interference to On-Board Computer Eyed as Cause of Airbus Plunge
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has issued a preliminary report indicating that the accident involving a Quantas airbus flying from Singapore to Perth was likely caused by spurious information being sent to the flight control computer. The Australian safety “watchdog” is investigating whether transmissions from the Harold E. Holt Naval Communications Station … [Read more...]
EMC Test System for Automotive Electronics Complies with International Standards
The KES7000 conductive immunity test system for automotive electronics from Kikusui complies with ISO 7637-2, which is one of the EMC test standards for automotive electronics. The system includes the KES7700 series transient immunity tester and the KES7400 series supply voltage variations tester. The KES7100 dedicated application software system enables KES7700 series and … [Read more...]
Lab Offers Calibration for Any Brand of EMC Antenna
The Calibration Services of ETS-Lindgren offers expert calibration for any brand of EMC antenna. The industry’s first A2LA-accredited calibration site, the lab includes cutting-edge equipment such as vector network analyzers. Proprietary software assures superior calibration accuracy. Equipment is NIST-traceable, and all processes are ISO 9000 compliant. Options for product … [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...]
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...]
Advanced EMI Test Receiver Receives CISPR Approval
The CER2018A from AR Receiver Systems, a division of AR has been approved by CISPR. Specifically, the CER2018A actually exceeds the requirements of CISPR 16-1-1 Ed. 2.0 (10-2007). The CER2018A offers continuous coverage from 9 kHz to 18 GHz with expandability to 40 GHz. To ensure the highest accuracy, self-calibration is selectable at every frequency scan. This device … [Read more...]
EM Simulation Software Firm Included on Inc.’s Prestigious 5000 List
State College, PA-based Remcom has announced that it has been included on the 5000 List of Inc., a well known business periodical. Specifically, Remcom was included as being one of the fastest growing private copanies in the U.S. Remcom has provided electromagnetic simulation software to design engineers and EM professionals for nearly fifteen years. According to Inc., the … [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...]
