Electromagnetic compatibility for power electronics

This article provides an introduction to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for power electronics. It provides a description of the EMC requirements, EMC theory, EMC measurements, EMC mitigation and the international standards that are applied. Only a brief description is provided in each case with cited references provided for more detailed explanations. This is article introduces Electromagnetic Compatibility for power electronics. It first defines the requirements for EMC in terms of legal and technical requirements and the usual accepted routes for meeting the requirements. The EMC technical terminology is then elaborated. There are then articles on the theory of interference and the main mitigation techniques including the use of filters. Practical considerations are also outlined including EMC measurement techniques. In all cases suitable references are given where more details can be found.