Upcoming Events
September 24th, 2025
EMI/EMC Summit 2025 Hosted by NTS/Element Labs and IEEE EMC Society Boston Chapter
Please mark your calendars for our annual EMI/EMC Summit. NTS/Element and the IEEE EMC Society Boston Chapter will be hosting an EMI/EMC Summit at the NTS/Element Boxborough, MA facility.
Join us for a full-day symposium featuring five expert speakers presenting on the latest developments in EMI/EMC.
Key Features:
5 expert speakers
All-day lab tours
Vendor exhibitions
Breakfast and lunch included
IEEE EMC Society Boston Chapter & Element/NTS Labs Presentation Topics
Presenter: Vignesh Rajamani, Rohde & Schwarz
Subject: Updates on MIL-STD-461H – Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements for Military Equipment
Abstract: MIL-STD-461H is a critical standard issued by the U.S. Department of Defense to ensure the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of military electronic equipment and subsystems. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of MIL-STD-461H, which supersedes MIL-STD-461G, highlighting the importance of controlling electromagnetic interference (EMI) to maintain operational integrity and mission effectiveness.
The presentation will outline the structure of MIL-STD-461H and highlight key updates introduced in this latest revision. Additionally, a live demonstration will compare traditional stepped scanning methods with modern time-domain (FFT) scanning using EMI test receivers and industry-standard software. This comparison is especially relevant given the proposed changes in MIL-STD-461H that restrict the use of general-purpose spectrum analyzers. Modern EMI receivers, equipped with real-time FFT capabilities, enable significantly faster and more efficient scanning across wide frequency ranges—an essential advantage for high-throughput EMC test laboratories.
Presenter: Istvan Novak, IEEE Chapter
Subject: PI challenges and potential solutions in the age of AI and how they relate to EMC
Abstract: The power-hungry AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning) chips create new and unique Power Integrity (PI) challenges, which cannot be solved by traditional tools, materials and technologies. The kA current consumption together with the continued growth of the number of independent power supply rails requires multiple power planes in printed circuit boards (PCBs), which many times increases the total thickness to unmanageable levels and can cause Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) issues. Similarly, validation of the PDN becomes very challenging, since the equivalent power distribution network (PDN) impedance drops to tens of microohms, rendering the traditional PDN validation methods, whether attempted in the frequency or time domain, useless. This talk will illustrate and explain these challenges and will look at some of the possible solutions.
Presenter: Patrick Mytinger, Element Materials Technology
Subject: Electromagnetic Fields Caused by Lightning Strikes
Abstract: When the electric field is strong enough between a charged cloud and the Earth's surface (ground), the air between the cloud and ground is ionized, which results in a plasma channel forming between the cloud and ground, commonly referred to as cloud-to-ground lightning. Right before the air ionizes, the electric field will be at its strongest, and this changing electric field can cause functional upsets to electrical circuits near or on the ground. Right after the air ionizes, the electric field will drop, and electrical current will begin to flow from ground to the charged cloud (and rarely, vice versa). This current flow causes a changing magnetic field to develop, which can also cause functional upsets to electrical circuits near or on the ground. These changing electromagnetic fields are applied to ground based electrical equipment/systems in a laboratory setting to ensure the equipment/systems do not functionally upset as a result of the developing fields over time.
Presenter: Edson Montrond, Element Materials Technology
Subject: Protection for electrical wiring from Lightning induced transients”
Abstract: A lightning strike to an aircraft made of aluminum or composite material can generate intense electromagnetic fields, which penetrate apertures such as windows and induce voltages and currents in unshielded wires, which may lead to malfunctions or damage to circuit boards and onboard electronics. So, it’s essential that aircraft wiring systems be protected against lightning-induced transients and electromagnetic interference using shields or protective devices.
Presenter: Scott Carlson, Element Materials Technology
Subject: High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF) Methods to Compliance
Abstract: This webinar will provide an overview of the requirements of HIRF (High Intensity Radiated Fields) testing, where the fields originate, practical methods of testing both conducted and radiated, and some common pitfalls seen during greater than 2 decades of conducting HIRF tests.
Date and time:
Wednesday, September 24 · 8am - 3:30pm EDT
Location:
Element Boxborough, 1146 Massachusetts Avenue Boxborough, MA 01719. Free parking will be available on-site.
This event will provide timely, industry-focused information to help you make informed decisions and stay ahead in the field.
This event is FREE to attend but must register in advance (space is limited)!