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This detailed overview of electromagnetic immunity testing across defense, aerospace, and automotive industries explains why different sectors require unique standards to protect equipment from various electromagnetic threats and interference.

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has published an extensive list of guidance documents that it intends to publish or develop in fiscal year 2025.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has voted to adopt rules that will require U.S. wireless carriers to implement technology that will speed localized response to 988-related emergencies.

Understanding current flow patterns is crucial in EMC engineering, particularly the distinction between Common Mode and Differential Mode currents. Controlling current paths and providing local return paths helps reduce electromagnetic interference and improve immunity.

The FCC has mandated that all mobile phones must be hearing aid compatible within 24-42 months, requiring manufacturers to include HAC technology, Bluetooth coupling, and adjustable volume controls. This change will benefit 48 million Americans with hearing loss.

The FCC and Department of Education have released "Cybersecurity Resource Recommendations," a guide offering cost-effective strategies to help schools and libraries protect their networks from cyber threats and data breaches.

Mastering capacitor behavior is crucial for noise control in electronics. Understanding impedance variations with frequency, along with ESR and ESL components, helps engineers design effective filters. The piece explains how capacitors "dance" with frequencies to manage unwanted noise.

A political consultant faces a $6M fine for using AI-generated robocalls with stolen caller ID information to spread misleading messages during a state primary election. The ID belonged to a political operative's spouse.

The FCC has issued new rules requiring video conferencing platforms to provide real-time captioning and sign language interpretation services, with potential additional features for blind users under consideration.

Ferrite beads may fail to suppress RF emissions due to misidentified noise sources, high circuit impedance, outdated advice, or incorrect ferrite selection. Careful analysis and appropriate application are crucial for effective EMC compliance.