EMC shielding and thermal management in the military & avionics sector
Technical equipment in the aerospace industry requires the highest quality and safety standards. Electromagnetic compatibility (
) and data security are also top priorities in electronic applications for defense and military. In addition to ever more sensitive sensors, increasingly powerful emitters (radar, communications), interference-sensitive radio receivers, GPS, AIS, satellite communications, etc. are used. All these systems must function highly reliably, withstand extreme conditions and comply with all
specifications. Electromagnetic interference can otherwise have serious consequences.
As a specialist in
and thermal management, we shield your individual project in the best possible way. Our solutions meet MIL-STD requirements.
Application examples
To protect the sensitive electronics of military vehicles from electromagnetic attacks, they must be partially or completely shielded. The materials used must meet different requirements, depending on which area is affected. For example, if high electrical conductivity is required and at the same time resistance to oil, lubricants and fuels, wires embedded in silicone and electrically conductive elastomers provide the optimum conditions. The particles or metal wires contained in the material ensure electrical conductivity. On the other hand, the base material consisting of fluorosilicone provides the necessary oil resistance.
Shielded windows are classically used in cockpits of aircraft. This offers several advantages: on the one hand, electromagnetic radiation is shielded, and on the other hand, frost can be defrosted by heating the window.
Spring contacts such as SMD contact pads and SMD contact springs are usually found in operating elements of displays and control units. The components are soldered directly on the printed circuit board and then establish a vibration-resistant electrical connection to the mating contact. Thanks to the selection of different surface coatings, these products can be optimally adapted to the properties of the environment and application.
In the sector of intelligence service, parts of vehicles are completely shielded to ensure the highest level of protection against eavesdropping. Walls, floors and ceilings are covered with conductive foam, conductive tapes or microwave absorbers, doors and entrance areas are also equipped with contact springs. As a result, the gaps between the individual elements are extremely reduced and electromagnetic radiation can penetrate these areas only with great difficulty.
The following and thermal solutions have proven themselves in the sector of military and avionics:
- Microwave absorbers in radar systems
- Shielded windows in cockpits of aircraft or vehicles
- SMD contact pads in displays and control units
- Conductive foam and conductive tapes for shielding of walls, floors and ceilings
Advice and technical support
In addition to a large portfolio of standard products, MTC's team of experts convinces with the implementation of individual and customer-specific solutions - from 3D design, simulations and validation to prototype and series production. With in-house development and testing capacities as well as production and sales locations in Germany, Hong Kong and South Korea, MTC Micro Tech Components GmbH has established itself as a global supplier for almost all industrial sectors.
For many years, MTC has been working together with well-known and market-leading manufacturers in the military and avionics sector and thus offers you the optimum expertise and support for your applications. We look forward to realizing your exciting project together with you.
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