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High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF), Part 2

The evolution of HIRF (High Intensity Radio Frequency) testing standards was driven by "fly-by-wire" aircraft vulnerabilities. From 1989, test requirements jumped dramatically from 1-2 V/m to 200 V/m, prompting extensive research and new guidelines for protecting aviation electronics.

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FDA Issues Draft Guidance on AI-Based Medical Devices

The FDA releases landmark draft guidance for AI-enabled medical devices, offering manufacturers a roadmap for development, approval, and lifecycle management while addressing critical concerns of transparency and demographic bias.

FCC Upholds Forfeiture Order Against Amateur Licensee

FCC upholds record $34,000 fine against Idaho amateur radio operator who interfered with Forest Service communications during critical wildfire suppression efforts, rejecting his plea of good intentions.

Was it the Radar? Respectfully Revisiting the 1967 US Navy USS Forrestal Carrier Disaster: Part 1

In 1967, one of the U.S. Navy's worst peacetime disasters occurred aboard the USS Forrestal aircraft carrier off Vietnam's coast. A weapon misfire triggered a devastating chain of explosions and fires, resulting in hundreds of casualties and nearly destroying the ship.

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Antenna Factor and Gain Calculations

Antenna Factor and Gain metrics provide crucial insights into antenna performance, allowing engineers to calculate signal strength relationships and directional effectiveness. These measurements help optimize RF systems by comparing actual antenna behavior to theoretical isotropic radiators using standardized 50-ohm configurations.

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FCC Issues Annual Communications Marketplace Report

The FCC has released its 2024 Communications Marketplace Report, assessing competition across voice, video, and data services while mapping out plans to expand access and foster innovation throughout America.

Med Device Company Pays $175m Penalty for Misleading Investors Over Compliance Issues

Medical device giant Becton, Dickinson to pay $175M SEC fine for concealing safety risks of its Alaris infusion pump, which generated 10% of company revenues. FDA clearance issues and software problems threatened future sales.

FDA Publishes Updated Guidance on Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID)

The FDA has overhauled its medical device tracking system, streamlining how manufacturers identify everything from pacemakers to surgical robots in a global database refresh.

EU Common Charger Rules Now in Effect

Regulations standardizing the use of USB-C-charging technologies are now in effect throughout the European Union (EU) and applicable to all mobile phones and other portable electronic devices sold or marketed there.

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Tailoring MIL-STD-461 RE102

This article describes the parameters that can be used to tailor your application of MIL-STD-461 RE102, such as frequency ranges, designing notches, and relaxing limits.

A Circuit Model for the Charged Device Model Spark

The charged device model spark itself is not just resistive; it often has extra inductance or L-C energy storage. These plus hardware properties affect the CDM waveform and affect methods to correlate alternate CDM test methods to standard JEDEC CDM.

Tackling Low-Voltage Signaling in Inverter Design: Part 2

Discover practical strategies for managing noise in high-power inverter designs. From component selection and PCB stack-up to routing techniques, learn how to protect sensitive low-voltage signals while maintaining system performance. Essential reading for engineers working with mixed-signal power electronics designs.

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