Wurth Electronics UK & HORIBA MIRA @ Nuneaton

As vehicle technologies become increasingly complex and electrified, the importance of robust Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards continues to grow. EMC is critical not only to vehicle safety and functionality but also to the protection of the wider electromagnetic environment.

This partnership between Wurth Electronics UK and HORIBA MIRA will discuss the recent changes implemented by the latest addition to UNECE Regulation 10 with the release of revision 7, along with a summary of the automotive Type Approval process for both sub-components and vehicles and how HORIBA MIRA can support your product development, test and certification requirements. Wurth Electronics UK will discuss how their comprehensive range of Electromagnetic Compatibility products are designed to suppress electromagnetic interference and enhance system reliability across electronic applications and in particular for an automotive application.

Wurth Electronics are one of the leading manufacturers of electronic and electromechanical components in Europe. With sales organisations in 43 countries and 16 production facilities across the globe, they guarantee complete design-in support, samples free of charge and delivery of their components anywhere in the world. Their team of local Regional Business Managers are always on-hand to provide both technical and commercial support, with Field Application Engineers also available to support your design.

HORIBA MIRA is a global provider of automotive engineering, research and test services, with over 75 years of experience in developing some of the world’s most iconic vehicles. Working in collaboration with vehicle manufacturers and suppliers around the world, we provide comprehensive support ranging from technology development and individual product tests through to full-vehicle design, development and build programmes.

Coffees and lunch will be provided at the venue.

1. Update on Automotive standardisation and Legislation (MIRA)

As vehicle technology continues to evolve at pace, so too must the standards that govern safe, compliant design. We explore two major updates to global automotive EMC standards and directives which came into effect recently:- IEC CISPR 12 Edition 7.0- UNECE Regulation 10 Revision 7Written and presented by Mark Emery, EMC Technical Manager at HORIBA MIRA – Convenor of IEC CISPR/D WG1 committee – the article outlines what these changes mean for manufacturers, test labs, and type approval authorities.

1. EMC basics (Wurth Electronics UK)

This module is aimed at design engineers new to the topic of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) with relation to the Automotive industry. We will look at the basics of the EM waves, Magnetic field theory, identifying Common & Differential mode noise, calculating insertion loss from inductive and capacitive components for filters, and phenomena such as conducted and radiated emissions.

1. How do I get a type approval? (MIRA)

Type Approval is a regulatory certification process that confirms a product—such as a vehicle or electronic sub-assembly—meets specific standards for safety, environmental impact, and electromagnetic compatibility. In order to obtain it, manufacturers must identify applicable regulations, select an Approval Authority or Technical Service, and undergo rigorous testing and documentation review. A key component is Conformity of Production (CoP), which ensures ongoing compliance through quality systems and audits. For UNECE Regulation No. 10, the process includes EMC testing for emissions and immunity, followed by certification and E-marking. Maintaining approval requires regular audits, managing design changes, and staying current with regulatory updates.

1. EMC Mitigation techniques (Wurth Electronics UK)

Not all EMC components are designed for Automotive applications, we shall look at this to understand why and which ones are applicable. This module will be looking at components within the Wurth Electronics Automotive qualified product portfolio, as well as component suitable for aftermarket applications. How to use the REDEXPERT tool to simulate and select the EMC components for situations such as Conducted and Radiated emissions.