12 - EMC

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) has been known to cause electromagnetic noise against electronic equipment and devices even before the technical concept of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) was established 68 years ago in the United States and 48 years ago in Japan, while the ESD still continues to be studied as one of the most significant issues that should be solved in EMC areas. This is largely because the underlying nature of ESD has yet to be essentially elucidated from an EMC perspective. On the other hand, as an academic research organization on EMC in Japan, a Technical Committee named ‘EMCJ’ on ‘Environmental Electromagnetic Engineering’ was founded in 1976 in both the Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan (IEEJ) and the Institute of Electronics and Communication Engineers or the present IEICE (Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers) to address EMC concerns. Since then, the EMCJ has been jointly conducting EMC research activities under the IEICE as the nominating body and the IEEJ as the associative body, whereas the EMCJ of IEEJ was dissolved in 1999 to form a new Technical Committee on EMC (TC‐EMC) in order to deal with EMC issues appropriate to the IEEJ. In this review, to mark the 25th anniversary of the IEEJ Technical Committee on EMC (TC‐EMC) in 2024, the EMC research efforts and activities that the TC‐EMC has conducted over the past 25 years from January 2000 to March 2024 are surveyed from 1272 technical papers presented at the technical meetings. Furthermore, among the ESD issues identified in these technical papers, the latest case studies utilizing ‘spark resistance laws’ that allow the analysis of the initial behavior of sparks, in which a spark is the essence of ESD and is the key to open the door to elucidate the phenomenon, particularly from an EMC perspective, are reviewed. © 2024 Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan and Wiley Periodicals LLC.

In this paper, an investigation is carried out to study the impact of tilting the electrostatic discharge (ESD) gun on discharging current waveform which is critical for studying electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) issues due to ESD and ESD compliance of electrical or electronics (E/E) modules. The impact with respect to various angles and ESD voltages are simulated, and results are compared with IEC 61000-4-2. The ESD gun is rotated in the range of ±10° in the X and Y axis, and its effects on discharge current are monitored between ESD gun tip and target through ground strap with respect to the different ESD voltage levels. It is found that the angular rotation of the gun affects the discharging current significantly. To test the discharge waveform more accurately, current target is simulated.KeywordsElectrostatic discharge (ESD)ESD generatorElectromagnetic compatibility (EMC)Electromagnetic interference (EMI)ImmunityNumerical modelingNumerical simulations

This paper studies the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) for the instrumentation & control system, communication devices and electric equipments in commercial nuclear power plants (NPPs). It reviews the EMC research activities and practices for NPPs in United States, France, Russia and China. The paper first familiars the readers with electromagnetic interference (EMI) knowledge and examples that are most related to NPP EMC issues, including EMI source, coupling path and sensitive equipment. It then summarizes the historical research activities, focusing on the development of EMC standards for NPPs in those four countries. It is concluded that the current EMC standard systems are not uniform and lack of specific test procedures and quantification methods. They are insufficient for the nuclear industry to execute. At last, recent popular research topics for NPPs are reviewed including systematic EMC design, EMC design and control measures, EMC prediction and electromagnetic environment monitoring. Similar research work done in the general EMC community or by other industries has been introduced. It indicates that for NPPs EMC design especially at the system level is still immature, electromagnetic simulation can be a good tool to assist the EMC design and that EMC control regulations and environment monitoring become more and more necessary as wireless components and devices are being used.

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a critical aspect of electronic and electrical systems, ensuring their ability to function properly within a shared electromagnetic environment without causing or suffering from unacceptable interference. This study employs the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS), a multi-criteria decision-making method, to evaluate and rank various EMC parameters. The analysis considers several key EMC factors, including the EMC directive, radiated emissions, conducted emissions, electromagnetic interference (EMI), EMC standards, and electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS). The EMC directive, which serves as a guiding framework for managing electromagnetic disturbances in devices, emerged as the top-ranked criterion, underscoring its pivotal role in regulatory adherence and standardization. Radiated emissions and conducted emissions secured the second and third ranks, respectively, highlighting their substantial impact on EMC performance. Effective management of these emissions is crucial for mitigating potential interference with communication systems, aircraft equipment, and other electronic devices, thereby enhancing the reliability and coexistence of products within the electromagnetic spectrum. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) and EMC standards followed closely, ranking fourth and fifth. EMI shielding and compliance with EMC standards are vital for preventing disruptions caused by electromagnetic radiation and ensuring the smooth operation of electronic circuits and wireless networks. Adherence to these standards promotes interoperability and minimizes the risk of performance degradation. Lastly, electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS) ranked sixth, emphasizing the importance of assessing the sensitivity of electronic devices to electromagnetic energy. By understanding and mitigating EMS, manufacturers can enhance the immunity of their products to external interference, reducing the likelihood of operational issues or physical damage. The TOPSIS method facilitated a comprehensive analysis by considering the ideal and negative ideal solutions, ultimately ranking alternatives based on their proximity to the optimal scenario. The results underscore the multifaceted nature of EMC and the need for a holistic approach that considers various aspects, from regulatory directives to emission control and interference mitigation. By leveraging the TOPSIS method, decision-makers can prioritize and allocate resources effectively, ensuring that EMC challenges are addressed comprehensively and proactively, thereby promoting the harmonious coexistence of electronic systems within the electromagnetic environment.

The analysis of the problems of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of multi-user information and communication systems (ICS), using code division as a way of providing multiple subscribers access to system resources, in which each subscriber occupies the entire frequency band and the entire time interval. It is shown that the problem of electromagnetic compatibility of ICS as the possibility of a conflict-free existence of various wireless ICS in the conditions when each of these systems has the ability to receive its signals and signals of other systems is one of the highest priorities in the design and operation of such systems. It is shown that EMC requirements can be realized through the use of broadband noise-like signals (BNLS) as synchronization signals and signals – physical data carriers under various interfering influences, including narrow-band, wide-band obstruction, intrasystem (imitated, relayed) and other interferences caused by neighboring stations. This possibility is provided due to the use of signals with a large value of the time-frequency product (signal base) without increasing the signal duration and peak radiation power. Based on the use of the criterion of distinguishability of the signals of the minimum root mean square distance between the signals (vectors), the requirements for the synthesis and selection of the BNLS classes are formulated to ensure that the EMC requirements of multi-user wireless communication systems are met. A new class of complex nonlinear discrete cryptographic signals is proposed as data carrier signals and synchronization signals. It is shown that the use of such signals, due to the fact that they have improved ensemble, correlation, and structural properties, will allow for a comprehensive solution to the EMC problem of modern ICS.

SummaryBipolar junction transistors (BJTs) are widely used in various electronic systems, and the establishment of the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) model for BJTs is crucial for EMC analysis of these systems, such as high‐frequency circuits. In this paper, a BJT EMC model that satisfies both functionality and EMC analysis requirements was established based on physical characteristic measurement. First, comprehensive and systematic methods for measurement and extracting SPICE parameters based on physical BJTs are presented, including a proposed curve‐fitting calculation method for extracting barrier capacitance parameters. Second, an analysis of the impact of major BJT electrical characteristics parameters was conducted, leading to the identification of important model parameters affecting BJT functionality and EMC. Finally, the primary BJT model was optimized using the simplex method, and a method for EMC analysis and verification of the BJT model was presented. The experimental and simulation results are in good agreement, and the established model meets the accuracy requirements for both EMC and functionality. Therefore, the proposed method is feasible and suitable for the EMC modeling of BJTs.

In automotive industry, providing an integrated circuit (IC) with high level of features, reduced die size and high Electro Static Discharge (ESD) and Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) performances is the key to have design wins and considerable market share. ESD structures, occupying a significant place within the IC, are designed taking into account two main criteria’s: high ESD performances and a reduced size. Their integration inside an IC has to consider their behavior during EMC tests. This paper illustrates two case studies where the ESD structures used, despite their good ESD performance, led to EMC performance degradation. A deep study is made in each case and various solutions are proposed and discussed.

As the trend of consumer electronics and mobile communications devices is obviously developing toward to miniature and high-speed processing, the problem involving with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) or radio frequency interference (RFI) is becoming more critical for the system integration of high-speed digital and RF mixed signal platforms. This paper is mainly focusing on the characteristics analysis of various electromagnetic shielding materials by utilizing the various shielding effectiveness (SE) measuring methods developed by TDK and ASTM (ASTM D4935). We also adopt the electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing methods developed by IEC for chip level (IEC 61967-3 and IEC 61967-6) to investigate the characteristics and distribution of EMI noise sources. To effectively shield the electric, magnetic, or electromagnetic field originated from noise source, we thus analyze the shielding capability for various materials with different measuring methods. Finally, we will show the EMI reduction and RF performance improvement with implementation of shielding material on module under investigated. With the systematic measurement and analysis described in this paper, we can further identify the related EMI problem and resolve the severe chip or module level EMC problem more effectively.

Rapid expansion of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations worldwide has increased the importance of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of PV components and systems. This has been highlighted by interference reported from PV installations (PVI) in the Netherlands, the United States, Sweden, etc. Significant research and development efforts are seen in the domain of enhancing efficiency and economic viability of PVI, whereas the EMC aspects have received less attention and are mainly focused on the PV system acting as a victim of lightning and a victim of changing grid impedance. This article presents a review of the important EMC aspects of PVI as a disturbance source. It has the following main parts: (a) reported cases of emissions and interference from PV installations; (b) modeling and analysis of PV subcomponents from an EMC perspective; and (c) the main standards related to the topic. Mitigation techniques for improving EMC aspects of PVI are also described, along with suggested directions for future research. The compilation brings together wide-ranging sources, both for EMC engineers who want to understand the EMC context of PV systems and for PV system designers seeking to improve EMC performance.

The author presents ideas on how to set up a corporate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) program. Corporate interactions with the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding product emission limits and certification are briefly reviewed. Emphasis is on the impact an EMC program will have on a corporation, the complete process flow resulting in proper product designs, and how it interrelates with the corporate organization. The possible problem areas, milestone points, and length of time required to completion are outlined. The impacts of different design philosophies are noted, and the role of the EMC engineer is discussed. >

Basic electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) concepts and definitions are presented, and the most Common US and international standards on emission and susceptibility which are likely to be of interest to telephone equipment and system designers are reviewed. EMC requirements, both for emissions and immunity, are given, and EMC measurement accuracy is briefly discussed. >

This paper deals with energy/power quality issues, correlated with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interferences (EMI) which appear at urban transportation systems. One presents, briefly, some aspects regarding powers definitions for harmonic and/or unsymmetrical regimes from three-phase circuits, applicable to loads supplied from the a.c. line through low voltage power transformers and uncontrolled three-phase rectifiers. It is analysed the case of a driving system with d.c. motor and chopper, supplied from the d.c. line, which induces a significant non-sinusoidal regime in the a.c. network. The cases in which the load is not compensated, respectively compensated through an active filter are also analyzed through tests on stand. Aspects regarding powers and power flows for both cases are also discussed. Furthermore, the obtained data are compared using the quality standards IEEE 519/1992 and 1459/2000. One discusses the obeying of quality standards and some aspects, which are not approached in the specialty literature, concerning the corresponding EMC and EMI issues. Problems related to the tested driving system connection to the supplying system from the power substation for an urban transportation system are briefly presented. The waveforms of currents through the active filter are depicted. Some conclusions on approaching EMC and EMI at low frequencies, with an extension over 2 kHz and the relation with the IEC 61000-4-30 standard are also presented. It is underlined the necessity of treating energy/power quality issues in correlation with issues regarding EMC and EMI at low frequency for this type of loads.

The main drawback related to the PFC converters is the increasing of the electromagnetic interference (EMI). Thus, the high frequency noise must be filter out in order to ensure compliance with EMI European standards (EN 1000-3-2 or EN 1000-3-4). The paper investigates two topologies: the conventional boost PFC converter and the bridgeless boost PFC converter. A proper filter is designed and its details are presented. Their evaluation is done in regards to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements, which is very important in the residential ambient (for the power range up to 4 kW). The FFT analysis, done in Matlab/Simulink is presented for comparison and it verifies the compliance of the selected topologies with the norms.

Three-dimensional modeling is used as a new way of presenting information about the electromagnetic compatibility of telecommunications infrastructure equipment. We analyzed the problem of modeling of electromagnetic noise waves equipment and communication channels of telecommunications monitoring systems. Conducted the analysis of control problems of telecommunications equipment electromagnetic compatibility. Described the real conditions of installing the electronic equipment in computational complexes. Using tools of 3D-modeling was formed cable route, taking into account the suppression of noise waves, placement of telecommunication devices and checking whether the threshold value of cable susceptibility for all options of its gasket between devices was transcended. It is proposed to study the behavior of electromagnetic fields in the cable lines with shielding cable, electrostatic discharge, providing set of measures for electromagnetic compatibility, to convert created in a three-dimensional environment model in a specialized settlement package. The prospects of the use 4D-, 5D-, 6D-simulation for analysis of the implementation of projects, reduction of operating and electromagnetic compatibility costs.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems may allow to y an uninhabited airplane or satellite with an autonomous control and monitored by the supervisor on ground. Safety y must be guarantee as the rest of airworthiness airplanes or space compliance satellites. The Unmanned Aircraft Systems were designed to operate in dangerous situations, like military missions bud nowadays, civil commercial applications come to be feasible due to the evolution in distributed embedded avionics systems. Dull and tedious surveillance applications are desired for this Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. A pico-satellite is a less than a kilogram mass satellite used mainly on educational projects for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) missions. Due to short time of live, down-link communications are implemented in a very high level of integration and non-gravity conditions in order to deliberate the scienti c information before drop down to the atmosphere. Both, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and pico-satellites present same electromagnetic compatibility problems. This high level of integration, some times brings an electromagnetic interference situation between embedded systems especially because the near eld of emissions are present in the Unmanned Aircraft System reduced con ned avionics bay. Emission, Susceptibility, and Path are playing in this environment. That was our experience with an UAV Megastar model. The near earth antenna re ection produced a multi-path coupling. The radio transmitter antenna makes unserviceable the entire ight control surfaces, situation that makes an unsafe y. Also, during the pico-satellite design we must take in consideration the near eld for a good electromagnetic compatibility requirements. This paper is an electromagnetic compatibility study for Unmanned Aircraft System. We will show a case of real electromagnetic interference in our particular UAV Megastar, and how was solved. We will present some good EMC practices in order to translate the distributed embedded avionics platform to our new UAV Shadow MK1. Also we present our pico-satellite design and many examples of solutions of electromagnetic interferences. Finally we will consider an electromagnetic interference reduction check list applied on Unmanned Aircraft System where avionics bay con guration may change depending on the requirements of the mission.