Electromagnetic compatibility from the design engineer´s point of view

Ideally electromagnetic compatibility should be designed into a system ab initio rather than as a result of tests and modifications at a later date. This requires a broad awareness of e.m.c. technique on the designer´s part which is often only acquired by experience. Based on experience both of general design and e.m.c. work several areas of knowledge are highlighted whose neglect contributes to present-day e.m.c. problems.