Whole-vehicle susceptibility correlation with laboratory test techniques

Abstract

A comparison was made between Whole-Vehicle Susceptibility ( W V S ) test results and results from laboratory tests utilizing Bulk Current Injection (BCI) and Transverse Electromagnetic ( E M ) cell testing techniques. All tests were performed on three electronic systems used in a 11.5 meter (36 ft), 67 passenger touring bus. The measured induced currents for each of the three systems during the WVS test were compared with the measured induced currents for each of the three systems using the BCI and TEM cell techniques. The data gathered during the tests were used to establish a set of design curves as a guide for future electromagnetic compatibility testing to meet industry standards and international requirements.