Daryl Gerke, Author at In Compliance Magazine

A Recipe for Success: How to Grow from EMC Novice to EMC Expert

For engineers new to the field of EMC, the road can look very steep indeed. But, with a plan (and some work!), you can grow from EMC novice to EMC expert.

Troubleshooting EMC Problems Like an MD

This article describes three troubleshooting methodologies doctors use to diagnose (troubleshoot) medical problems. These same techniques have proven useful in my own EMC consulting practice.

So You’re a New EMC Engineer…Now What?

For engineers new to the field of EMC, the road can look very steep indeed. But, with a plan (and some work!), you can grow from EMC-novice to EMC-expert.

So You Want To Be a Consultant?

Ever contemplated becoming a consultant? Living free of the corporate bureaucracy? Collecting those big fees? Traveling the world? But how does one get started anyway?

So You Are a New EMC Engineer… Now What?

In this article, we’ll discuss what to do next. It won’t happen overnight, but with a plan (and some work), you can move from EMI-novice to EMI-expert.

Sales Engineering – Is It For You?

Love the technology, but tired of cubicle life? Maybe you should consider becoming a sales engineer.

ESD as an EMI Design Problem

Ask a manufacturing engineer how to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) problems, and you will hear about ionizers, conductive floors, smocks, wrist straps, and more.

So You Want To Be a Consultant?

Ever contemplated becoming a consultant? Living free of the corporate bureaucracy? Collecting those big fees? Traveling the world? But how does one get started anyway?

Like it or not, most electronic designs today are subject to formal EMI testing. So even if you are new to EMI/EMC (electromagnetic interference/compatibility), you need to understand what is involved and how to best prepare for a trip to the EMI test lab.

Author Daryl Gerke