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Transmission Cross Sections of Optical-Fiber Feedthroughs for Suppression of Electromagnetic Interference

Published

Author(s)

Keith D. Masterson, David R. Novotny

Abstract

Various optical-fiber, bulkhead adapter feedthroughs were tested over a range from 1 GHz to 16 GHz to determine how much they degraded the shielding effectiveness of electronic enclosures. The shielding effectiveness varied widely, from a low of about 20 dB for polymer adapters to a high of nearly 90 dB for an all-metal FC connector system. The theory and test methodology are outlined.
Proceedings Title
Proc., IEEE Intl. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Symposium
Volume
2
Conference Dates
August 24-28, 1998
Conference Location
Denver, CO

Keywords

electromagnetic interference shielding, optical fiber connectors, transmission cross sections

Citation

Masterson, K. and Novotny, D. (1998), Transmission Cross Sections of Optical-Fiber Feedthroughs for Suppression of Electromagnetic Interference, Proc., IEEE Intl. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Symposium, Denver, CO (Accessed December 9, 2023)
Created July 31, 1998, Updated October 12, 2021