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Join us for a full-day symposium featuring four expert speakers presenting on the latest developments in EMC/EMI testing. This event will provide timely, industry-focused information to help you make informed decisions and stay ahead in the field.

Agenda

8:00-9:00 - Breakfast + Introduction

9:00-10:00 - BCI System Demonstration by Sean Lynch, Rohde & Schwarz USA, Inc

10:00-10:30 - Break

10:30-11:30 - Practical Comparisons of Individual EMC Requirements by Scott Carlson, ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ×ÔÅÄ 

11:30-1:00 - Lunch

1:00-2:00 - Lightning Indirect Effects and Fuel System Test Methods by Patrick Mytinger & Edson Montrond, ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ×ÔÅÄ

2:00-2:30 - Break

2:30-3:30 - EMC Chambers for MIL-STD and DO-160 Testing: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly…by Garth D’Abreu, ETS Lindgren

Location

Training will be held at ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ×ÔÅÄ Boxborough located at 1146 Massachusetts Ave in Boxborough, Massachusetts. Free parking will be available on-site.

Registration

Topics covered

BCI System Demonstration

The BCI system presentation will show how to calculate and measure a BCI system for ISO 11451, MIL-STD-461G, or IEC 61000-4-6. We will work backward given a test level, known transfer impedance from industry probes and equipment, and then follow good practices to size generators and amplifiers accordingly. After going through the calculations, the presenter will give a quick demonstration using industry software and show the class how close the measurements are versus actual using various supplied equipment.

Practical Comparisons of Individual EMC Requirements

This discussion will provide a detailed comparisons of individual requirements and test methods in MIL-STD-461 with available commercial (non-military) standards that are the most similar. The differences in limits and test methodology will be identified and their potential significance will be discussed. Guidance is provided on judging the acceptability of a particular commercial standard for specific applications and if the testing conducted commercially can give an indication of compatibility to MIL-STD-461.

Lightning Indirect Effects and Fuel Systems Test Methods

This discussion will provide detailed insights to lightning indirect effects and lightning fuel system test methods in the SAE ARP5416 commercial aircraft standard. Lightning indirect effects test methods to be discussed include full aircraft tests to measure cable bundle lightning induced transients and bench tests to evaluate equipment and systems. Lightning fuel system test methods to be discussed include aircraft wing tests to map fuel system lightning currents and flammable fuel vapor tests to evaluate fuel tank coupon specimens, fuel system components, and complete fuel tanks.

EMC Chambers for MIL-STD and DO-160 Testing: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly…

EMC testing has been underway for several decades. During this time, chamber design has not changed significantly despite improvements in the general understanding of RF interference sources and targets. This presentation will highlight some of the shortcomings of current chamber design – whether absorber-lined or reverberation chambers. Options will be reviewed for enhancements to the test and measurement environment that could improve measurement accuracy and repeatability. As a test lab, the ability to cost effectively and accurately perform a measurement in accordance with industry standards and an organization’s specific requirements is of paramount importance. Attendees will gain an understanding of how potential limitations introduced by the test setup may be addressed. 

Vendors

Connect with vendors including:

• ETS Lindgren
• Proteq Solutions
• Rhode & Schwarz
• Raymond EMC
• Test Rep Associates
• RJ Sickles
• HV Technologies
• ATE
• IEEE
• In Compliance Magazine
• Fair-Rite
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