Expert Insights

This first installment in a two-part series evaluates inductor impedance using S11 parameters across one-port shunt, two-port shunt, and two-port series methodologies. Experimental results reveal significant discrepancies between measured values and manufacturer specifications, highlighting limitations in S11-based impedance characterization techniques.

The teaser maintains a technical, authoritative tone that should appeal to engineering professionals while highlighting the article's key experimental findings. It addresses the misconceptions about AC ionizer safety and emphasizes the quantitative approach taken in the study, which should generate interest among readers concerned with ESD protection in semiconductor manufacturing environments.

Learn how to perform in-house conducted emissions testing for DC-powered devices like automotive and medical equipment, using simple test setups and filters to reduce electromagnetic noise across various frequency ranges.

Part 3 of our HIRF series examines four electromagnetic test environments protecting aircraft, explains certification levels based on failure severity, and demonstrates how understanding aircraft shielding can reduce cost and weight while maintaining safety standards.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) simulators are crucial tools in the field of electronics testing. They are designed to replicate the electrostatic discharge events that electronic devices might encounter during their lifecycle. These simulators ensure that devices can withstand ESD events without malfunctioning, which is vital for maintaining their performance and safety. Let’s explore how ESD simulators are applied across different industries.

This article explores S₂₁ parameter methods for measuring capacitor impedance. Comparing two-port shunt and series techniques with established benchmarks reveals the two-port shunt method delivers superior accuracy across multiple capacitor values and frequency ranges.

By understanding resistance in discharge circuits, engineers can implement effective protection through grounding, dissipative materials, and equipotential bonding—creating comprehensive ESD control programs that safeguard sensitive electronic components.

Discover how different standards require various approaches to bonding equipment under test to ground planes. Learn the critical differences between MIL-STD-461, CISPR 25, and ANSI C63.4 that could impact your compliance testing results and save you costly retesting.

Explore the essential role of capacitors in electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression. From ceramic to electrolytic options, discover how proper selection and placement of these components can significantly improve circuit performance and reliability in electronic design.

Engineers often undervalue communication skills during their education, focusing solely on technical courses. This article argues for changing the public perception of engineers from "techno-nerds" to articulate professionals by encouraging them to engage with their communities and share their work.