Amplitude Probability Distribution Mask for EMI Evaluation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for evaluating electromagnetic radio interference in communication systems are inefficient, particularly when dealing with varying interference patterns and multiple modulation methods, leading to low evaluation accuracy and lengthy data input processes.

Innovation Solution

An electromagnetic radio interference measurement device that converts designated communication performance values into amplitude probability distribution masks, calculates and compares these masks with measured interference data, and outputs mapping results to identify interference sources, enabling immediate evaluation of interference impact on communication systems.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If amplitude probability distribution measurement is used to evaluate radio interference variation over time, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveradio interference evaluation accuracyVSAvoidmeasurement system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the measurement system into distinct functional modules: a measurement unit that captures radio interference signals, a calculation unit that computes amplitude probability distribution, and a comparison unit that evaluates results against thresholds. This segmentation allows each module to perform its specific function independently, improving measurement precision while managing system complexity through modular design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent pre-calculates and stores amplitude probability distribution values for various radio interference levels before actual measurement. During measurement, the system simply compares captured signals against these pre-computed reference values, eliminating the need for real-time complex calculations and reducing device complexity while maintaining high measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Measurement precision

If comprehensive measurement data is collected to accurately evaluate electromagnetic interference, then measurement precision is improved, but loss of time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectromagnetic interference evaluation accuracyVSAvoidevaluation time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary calculations of amplitude probability distribution values and stores them in a database before actual measurement operations. When measuring electromagnetic interference, the system retrieves pre-computed reference values and performs simple comparisons, significantly reducing evaluation time while maintaining comprehensive measurement precision through the use of pre-analyzed data.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates simplified reference models (copies) of expected radio interference patterns and their corresponding amplitude probability distributions. During measurement, the system compares actual signals against these reference copies rather than performing full analytical calculations, enabling rapid evaluation while preserving measurement accuracy through the use of validated reference data.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple communication performance values are evaluated to assess interference impact, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication system evaluation capabilityVSAvoidevaluation system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal measurement framework that can evaluate multiple communication performance values (bit error rate, data transmission rate, communication quality) using the same core amplitude probability distribution calculation mechanism. The system adapts to different communication standards and performance metrics through configurable parameters rather than requiring separate measurement systems for each metric, thereby improving adaptability while controlling device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The device allows for accurate and timely identification of interference sources, reducing the time and effort required for evaluation and enabling effective EMI measures, even in complex communication environments with multiple modulation methods.

Implementation Method 1

measuring means for measuring an electromagnetic near-field distributed in a space surrounding the measurement object

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS10116401B2Electromagnetic radio interference measurement device, electromagnetic radio interference measurement method, and electromagnetic radio interference measurement-program recording medium
Publication Date: 2018.10.30 NEC CORP
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  • US10116401B2 patent drawing
  • US10116401B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A device that measures an electromagnetic near-field emitted from a measurement object and evaluates electromagnetic interference, the device including mask setting unit that converts a predetermined communication performance value into an amplitude probability distribution mask and setting a converted amplitude probability distribution mask as a permissible level; acquisition unit that acquires time-series measurement data of electromagnetic radio interference in connection with a measurement position coordinate; amplitude probability distribution calculation unit that calculates an amplitude probability distribution of the electromagnetic radio interference for each measurement position coordinate based on the time-series measurement data; determination unit that determines a magnitude relation between the amplitude probability distribution mask and the amplitude probability distribution for each measurement position coordinate and outputting as a determination result; and mapping process unit that acquires a mapping result in which the determination result is reflected in a space corresponding to the measurement object.