Shielding TutorialGentex EME Lab
Shielding Course Outline:
I. Why do we need shields?II. Introduction to the Basic Shield Design Process
A. AperturesB. Materials
III. CorrosionIV. Summations and ConclusionsV. Demonstrations
A. Measuring Shielding effectiveness of various materials in a Near‐Field Magnetic Field
B. Aperture Measurement ProgramVI. QuestionsVII. References
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The Question: Why do we need Shields?
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Why do we need shields?
• Immunity– Prevent external energy
from interfering with sensitive circuits
• Emissions– Prevent noisy circuits and
devices from interfering with neighboring devices
• Self Compatibility– Prevent a device from
interfering with itself
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Shields: Definition and Misconception
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Definition: A Shield is a conductive barrier enveloping an electrical circuit to prevent time varying Electromagnetic fields from coupling or radiating from the circuit.
Misconception: Most engineers take it as an almost unshakable axiom of engineering faith that a conductive surrounding will provide adequate shielding protection in all cases.
While shields can be very effective, designers will get the most performance when some key issues are kept in mind.
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What makes a good shield?
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• It depends….– Frequency of interference– Type of interference:
• Magnetic‐Field• Electric‐Field
– Location of Field:• Near‐Field• Far‐Field
– Number of openings and size of openings (Apertures)– Type of shielding material (Conductivity/Permeability)– Thickness of shielding material– Available mating surface (printed circuit board)
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Introduction to the Basic Shield Design Process
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Aperture Considerations
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Aperture Design:
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1) Holes and slots act as windows for EM radiation to penetrate or escape a shield
2) Many small apertures allows less leakage than a single large aperture of the same area
3) Models show that in general, the aperture length should not exceed /50 for the highest frequency to be shielded (Wavelength)
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Aperture Design:
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1) The main item determining the leakage from a slot is the maximum linear dimension (not area) of the opening.
2) Remember to take into account the highest frequency harmonic present.
3) Multiple apertures farther reduces the shielding effectiveness. The amount of reduction depends on:
a) The spacing between the aperturesb) The frequencyc) The number of apertures
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Aperture Equations:
SEdB = 20Log10(/(2L)), where L< /2
Where:SEdB = shielding effectiveness = wavelengthL = aperture length, longest dimension
This is applicable for slots with a dimension equal or less than /2 wavelength.
The equation illustrates: The shielding effectiveness is 0 dB when the slot is /2 long and Increases 20 dB/decade as the length L is decreased. Reducing the slot length by ½ increases the shielding by 6 dB.
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Effect of Aperture Length on Shield Attenuation:
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SEdB = 20Log10(/(2L)), where L< /2
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Effect of Aperture Length
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Aperture Length vs. Frequency for Various Attenuations:
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Shield Attenuation with Multiple Apertures and fixed and Aperture Length
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RdB = 20log10(/2L) – 20log10(n1/2)
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Affects of Apertures on Shield Currents
Aperture Design and Babinet’s Principle:
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1. The theory behind magnetic‐field shielding provided by induced currents presumes that currents will flow as long as there are no obstacle in their path.
2. It is essential that any and all apertures be arranged in such a way as to minimize their effect on the currents.
3. Apertures have HF resonances, so an induced HF current flowing on the shield can cause the aperture to act as a transmitting antenna (Babinet Principle or Effect).
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Babinet’s Principle: The Potential difference. Length is the issue.
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3‐D Simulation Results: (Scott Piper)
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Simple Radiation Pattern
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Simple Slot Graph
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Base Line Shield
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Real Shield with Slot
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Slot Broken in Two
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Slot Broken in Four
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Summary Graph
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CST Microwave Studio Simulation of a RCD Shield with various lifted terminations:
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Shield Materials
Key Issues Determining Shield Performance: Shield Materials
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Conductivity ((The measure of the ability of a material to conduct an electric current.)
Permeability (The measure of the ability of a material to support the formation of a magnetic field within itself.)
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Required Material Size for Equivalent Conductivity
These squares are different metals sized for constant conductivity:
=l/(RA)Where:R is the electrical resistance
of a uniform specimenl is the lengthA is the area
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Key Issues Determining Shield Performance: Shield Geometry
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1. Continuity of the shield and connections.
2. Thickness (important for low‐frequency magnetic field applications).
3. Apertures (which always impact negatively Shielding Effectiveness).
4. Near‐Field or Far‐Field Emissions (where is the source of emissions?).
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Shielding in a Nutshell:How do Shields Work?
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Reflection at the boundary surfaces (Low Frequencies)
Absorption as fields attempt to transverse the shield (High Frequencies)
Magnetic Field Shunting (Very Low Frequencies)
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How Do Shields Work? Reflection and Absorption in a Near or Far‐Field
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Notes on Near and Far Field Emissions
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• 99% of the Emissions Under the Shield will be Near‐Field– Magnetic (Switched‐Mode‐Power‐Supplies)– Electric (DDR RAM, Micro)
• 85‐90% of the Emissions Outside of the Shield will be Far‐Field
• The External Near‐Field Exception: – Handheld Antenna Testing:
Basic Shield Effectiveness Formulas:
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SEdB = 20 log10(Et/Ei) (Electric Field)
SEdB = 20 log10(Ht/Hi) (Magnetic Field)
Where:SEdB is the Shielding EffectivenessEi is the Incident Electric WaveEt is the Transmitted Electric WaveHi is the Incident Magnetic WaveHt is the Transmitted Magnetic Wave
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S. A. Schelkunoff Shield Effectiveness Equation:
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SEdB = RdB + AdB + MdB
Where:RdB is Reflected losses at the outer and inner shield surfaces
AdB is the Absorption loss through the material
MdB is the additional losses of Multiple reflections and transmissions within the shield*
*MdB can be disregarded for shield thicknesses that are much greater than a skin depth.
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Shielding Effectiveness Equations Changeif the emissions are Far‐Field or Near‐Field
• The boundary between the Far and Near‐Field is approximately o/2.
• Far and Near‐Field sources have differing source characteristics and E/H ratios.
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Reflection Loss (RdB):
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• Occurs at a Boundary• Where the is a difference in the Conductivity (and Permeability (µ) of Two Materials (Air and Shield)
• The Greater the Difference, the Greater the Reflection Loss
• Low Frequency Dominant(Switch Mode Power Supplies)
Reflection Loss (RdB) General Formula for Far‐Fields:
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RdB=168 + 10 log10(r/rf)Where:r = Conductivity relative to Copperr = Relative permeability relative to free spacef = FrequencyNote, Reflection loss is greatest for:
Low Frequency (f)High Conductivity (r)Low Permeability (r)
The larger the RdB the better the Shield.
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Far‐Field Reflection Loss (RdB) Example:
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Material r r RdB@1kHz RdB@10MHz
Copper 1.0 1.0 138 dB 98 dBNickel – Silver 1.0 0.06 126 dB 86 dBSteel 1000 0.1 98 dB 58 dB
RdB=168 + 10 log10(r/rf)
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Absorption Loss (AdB):
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Absorption Loss is the exponential decay of energy due to ohmic and heating of the material which occurs when an electromagnetic wave passes through a medium.
High Frequency Dominant(Video Data, DDR, Micro Data Communications)
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A little aside, Skin Depth ()
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To understand Absorption Losses, there is a need to understand the term Skin Depth.What is Skin Depth? The distance required for the wave to be attenuated to 1/e or 37% of its original value is defined as the Skin Depth () which is:
= (2/)0.5 (meters) Or:
= 2.6/(frr)0.5 (inches)
Remember this term: (Skin Depth) – it is important.
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Back to Absorption Loss (AdB):
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A = et/Or in dB:
AdB = 20 log10 et/Where:t = thicknessSkin Depth
Note, Absorption Loss is greatest for: Greater Thickness (t) Smaller Skin Depth (
Higher Frequency, Greater Conductivity (, Greater Permeability (µ)
The Larger the AdB the better the Shield
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Far‐Field Absorption Loss (AdB) for a 20 mil sheet of Copper, Nickel‐Silver, and Steel
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AdB = 20 log10 et/
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Far‐Field Summation of Reflection Loss (RdB) and Absorption Loss (AdB) of a 20 mil Copper, 20 mil Nickel‐Silver, and 20 mil Steel Shield
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Schelkunoff Shield Effectiveness Equation: SEdB = RdB + AdB
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Far‐Field Shield Absorption Loss (AdB) with Changing Shield Thicknesses for Copper, Steel, and Nickel‐Silver:
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Near Field Reflection Losses
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For Both Magnetic and Electric Fields
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Magnetic Field Source:Rm,dB = 14.57 + 10 log10(fr2r/r)
Electric Field Source:Re,dB = 322 + 10 log10(r/rf3r2)
Where r = distance from source
Near‐Field Reflection Losses for Steel, Copper, and Nickel‐Silver:
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Reflection Losses of Magnetic Field
Reflection Losses of Electric Field
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Near‐Field Absorption Losses:
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A = et/ where t = thicknessOr
AdB = 20 log10 et/
This is the same equation as the far‐field.
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Comparison of Near‐Field Reflection Loss (Electric and Magnetic) and Absorption Loss in a 20 mil Steel,Nickel‐Silver, and Copper Shield:
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AdB = 20 log10 et/ Rm,dB = 14.57 + 10 log10(fr2r/r) Re,dB = 322 + 10 log10(r/rf3r2)
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Summary of Fields and Losses:
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I. For far‐field sources:A. Reflection loss is predominant at the lower frequenciesB. Absorption loss is predominant at the higher frequencies.
II. For near‐field, electric sources:A. Reflection loss is predominant at the lower frequenciesB. Absorption loss is predominant at the higher frequencies.
III. For near‐field, magnetic sources:A. Absorption loss is the dominant shielding mechanism for all
frequencies. B. However, both reflection and absorption losses are quite small
for near‐field, magnetic sources at low frequencies.
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Low Frequency Magnetic Shielding in the Near‐Field:
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Basic methods for shielding against low‐frequency sources:
1. Diversion of the magnetic flux with high‐materials
2. Generation of opposing flux via Faraday’s law commonly known as the shorted turn method.
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Magnetic Shunting ‐ diverting the magnetic flux:
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1. Requires a high‐material to divert magnetic flux.2. Problems with high‐materials (Mumetal):
1. High‐materials are expensive2. Permeability () is:
NonlinearDecreases with increasing frequency Decreases with increasing magnetic field strengthChanges with Mechanical Handling/TreatmentDominant at Very‐Low‐Frequencies
(High‐materials are only effective for magnetic fields below 1 kHz. “This is why shielding enclosures for switching power supplies are constructed from steel rather than Mumetal.” Professor Clayton Paul, Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility, Second Edition, Page 743.)
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Magnetic Shunting:
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No effect at High‐Frequencies: The is approaching in this high‐material.
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Faraday’s Law or Shorted Turn:
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A changing current in one wire causes a changing magnetic field that induces a current in the opposite direction in an adjacent wire.
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Magnetic Shielding:
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What is a Magnetic Shield?
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• A shield of high permeability that can “shunt,” “divert,” “attract,” “Channel,” or “guide” (like a duct) a magnetic field.
Because:
• High‐permeability magnetic materials have low reluctance.
Therefore:
• A magnetic field follows the path of least reluctance similar to how current follows the path of least resistance.
Degree of magnetic shielding is determined by:
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– Material
– Thickness
– Shape
– Position relative to the applied Magnetic Field
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Shield Effectiveness (SE) of Flat Sheets of Different Materials in a Magnetic Field 15 mil Thick
Aluminum
Stainless Steel (430)Cold‐Rolled Steel (SAE 1045)
Copper
0 1100 2200 3300 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 9900 110000
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NISE.1 f( )
10000100 f
Nickel0 1100 2200 3300 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 9900 11000
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500500
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FESE.1 f( )
10000100 f0 1100 2200 3300 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 9900 11000
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500500
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SSSE.1 f( )
10000100 f0 1100 2200 3300 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 9900 11000
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CUSE.1 f( )
10000100 f0 1100 2200 3300 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 9900 11000
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500500
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ALSE.1 f( )
10000100 f
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Corrosion
THEORY OF CORROSION:
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Galvanic and electrolytic corrosion are two types of corrosion suspected in shielding degradation.
In both cases the anode metal gets corroded.
Galvanic corrosion:
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A natural phenomenon produced:1. When two dissimilar metals are brought in
contact with each other 2. In the presence of acidic atmospheric
moisture. An electrochemical process where the metal with higher anodic index voltage corrodes and an external electric current is produced by an internal chemical reaction.
Electrolytic Corrosion
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• An electrochemical process:– Where the corrosive internal chemical reaction is induced by an externally applied electric potential
– Although the metals may be similar as opposed to galvanic corrosion (dissimilar metals)
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Material Electrochemical Potentials
Galvanic Corrosion Risk
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Summations and Conclusions:
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Summations and Conclusions: Shields
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1. Shield the Whole active circuit2. Use THICK Steel for Magnetic Shielding‐
Switch‐Mode‐Power Supplies3. Know what type of field (Near/Far) is
the threat(If you want to keep the field on the board then the field is near. If you want to keep the field off of the board then the field is usually far.)
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Summations and Conclusions: Shields
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1. Reflection loss is large for electric fields.2. Reflection loss in normally small for low‐frequency
magnetic fields.3. Magnetic fields are harder to shield against than electric
fields.4. Use a good conductor to shield against electric fields and
high‐frequency magnetic fields.5. Use a magnetic material to shield against low‐frequency
magnetic fields.
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Summations and Conclusions: Apertures
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Keep Apertures’ dimensions minimalKeep number of Apertures few
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Demonstrations: Measuring Shielding effectiveness of various materials in a Near‐Field Magnetic Field
Aperture Measurement Program
Palantir Shield Simulations
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Plane Wave
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Setup overview
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Overview of Plane Wave
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Cross Section of Camera
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Field Comparison inside of Camera
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H‐field probe
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That’s all…
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• Question and Answer Time
• Thank you for attending.
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Questions?
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References
References:
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• Henry W. Ott, Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineering, Wiley, 2009
• Clayton, R. Paul, Introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility, Wiley Interscience, 2nd. Ed, 2006
• Ralph Morrison, Grounding and Shielding Circuits and Interference, Wiley Interscience, 5th. Ed, 2007
• Tom van Doren, Grounding and Shielding Electronic Systems, T. Van Doren, 1997
• Gary Fenical, The Basic Principles of Shielding, In Compliance Magazine, June 2010
• Scott Piper (Gentex Corp.) CST Microwave Studio Simulations
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