Getting the Best EMC from Shielded Cables Up to 2.8 GHz, Part 2
Part 2 of this article summarizes the results of recent testing conducted by the author on the shielding effectiveness of screened cables up to 2.8 GHz.
Low-Frequency Magnetic Fields in Electric Vehicles
Low-frequency magnetic fields, a type of electromagnetic disturbance commonly found in electric vehicles, can pose potential health hazards to humans and affect the operation of critical EV components. Here are some design techniques to help mitigate the problem.
The Synergy of Filtering and Shielding
This article briefly describes the concept of the synergy of filtering and shielding and why knowing it is important.
RF Tech Tip: BNC Versus Threaded Connectors
The shielding performance of bayonet vs. threaded connectors is measured and some possibly surprising conclusions are drawn. Bayonet connectors – more useful than you might think.
How EMC Shielding is Defeated
If you’re an electrical engineer and consider proper EMC shielding a mechanical only issue, please reconsider your position and keep reading. Proper EMC shielding is both an electrical and mechanical design issue. Thoughtful coordination between the two disciplines is key to successful EMC shielding implementation on most product development projects.
Let’s Talk About Shielding at the PCB Level
This article provides insight into how shielding is used in product development, in particular the effectiveness of shielding when it is applied at the PCB level.
What Every Electronics Engineer Needs to Know About: Shielding
You’re new to regulatory compliance engineering and you just joined the company fresh out of college. Your boss tells you the company is about to go to production with the latest and greatest product and it has... Read More...
A Basic Overview of RF/EMI Filters and Filtered Connectors
When considering filters and filtered connectors to help eliminate noise issues in a system, determining the best EMI solution is based on the mechanical configuration of that system.
Evaluate Shielding Effectiveness With Your VNA
The effectiveness of different materials for shielding can be tested using near field probes and your vector network analyzer (VNA).
Comparing Test Methods for EMI Gaskets
In this article, we compare the measuring shielding capability of EMI gaskets using the transfer impedance test method with the results obtained by using current shielding effectiveness test methods. This inclu... Read More...