Low Self-Distortion Test Fixture for Contact Harmonic and Passive Intermodulation Measurement

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Abstract

Interference, as caused by metal-metal contact induced harmonic and passive intermodulation distortion, presents a significant challenge to the mobile device industry. Though previous efforts have established a solid foundation for the systematic study of contact harmonics, the test fixtures used have proven to be a source of significant measurement uncertainty. Specifically, the mechanical instability associated with compressing the sample-holder PCBs causes issues in signal and force measurement. We propose a rigid, horizontally mounted test fixture, reducing excessive degrees of freedom and effectively eliminating the uncertainties from sample mounting and positioning seen in other geometries.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility – EMC Europe
PublisherIEEE CS
Pages312-316
Number of pages5
ISBN (Print)979-8-3503-4304-5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 5 Sept 2024
Event2024 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility – EMC Europe - Brugge, Belgium
Duration: 2 Sept 20245 Sept 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility, EMC Europe
ISSN (Print)2325-0356

Conference

Conference2024 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility – EMC Europe
Country/TerritoryBelgium
CityBrugge
Period2/09/245/09/24

Keywords

  • Geometry
  • Intermodulation distortion
  • Systematics
  • Contacts
  • Fixtures
  • Harmonic analysis
  • Mobile handsets
  • Harmonic distortion
  • Distortion measurement
  • Springs
  • Metal-metal connections
  • Mobile devices
  • Passive intermodulation
  • Test fixture

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Instrumentation
  • Radiation

Fields of Expertise

  • Information, Communication & Computing

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