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Auto Industry Suppliers –
Effectively Manage
Electromagnetic Effects
Automotive Complexity
Today, a car is an incredibly complex electromagnetic environment:
• Sensors include safety, speed, steering, driver assist
• Motors include windows, wipers, sunroofs
• Connections include Bluetooth, GPS, radio
All these components can be emitters or victims of electromagnetic interference.
Because manufacturers of electronic products must comply with electromagnetic interference (EMI) and
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) guidelines, suppliers to the auto industry find themselves facing
more and more design challenges. For example, safety requirements of increasing autonomy mean that
more electronic system functions will be required to pass radiated immunity testing perfectly. If addressed
incorrectly, these challenges can lead to time-consuming and costly redesigns and retests.
In this whitepaper, we provide an introduction to the information needed for companies who supply electronic
products to the auto industry to understand the challenges and take next steps.
EMI and EMC – A Quick Overview
Companies that manufacture electronic components must meet EMI and EMC standards before introducing
their products to the market.
• EMI disrupts—or interferes with—the function of electronic devices and radio frequency systems
• EMC measures how compatible devices and systems are with disruptive electromagnetic interference
WHITEPAPER
