Electronic Warfare and Security
Electronic warfare and security represents a critical domain where electromagnetic compatibility principles intersect with defense, national security, and the protection of vital systems. Understanding how electronic systems can be disrupted, exploited, or protected requires deep knowledge of electromagnetic phenomena combined with strategic thinking about vulnerabilities and countermeasures.
This category explores the specialized applications of EMC knowledge in contexts where electromagnetic effects are either weapons to be deployed, threats to be defended against, or channels through which sensitive information might inadvertently leak. From the intentional jamming of communications to the subtle emanations that could reveal classified data, these topics represent the more sensitive and security-focused aspects of electromagnetic engineering.
Articles
Electronic Attack and Protection
Address intentional interference. Topics include jamming techniques, spoofing methods, deception systems, protection measures, detection systems, geolocation, attribution methods, resilience strategies, and recovery procedures.
TEMPEST and Emissions Security
Prevent information leakage. Coverage encompasses compromising emanations, red/black separation, shielded facilities, TEMPEST testing, certification requirements, zoning concepts, installation practices, periodic verification, and incident response.
Critical Infrastructure Protection
Secure essential systems. This section covers power grid protection, communication networks, water systems, transportation, financial systems, healthcare, government facilities, industrial facilities, and emergency services.
Cybersecurity and EMC
Address electromagnetic cyber threats. Topics include side-channel attacks, fault injection, electromagnetic probing, wireless security, hardware security, supply chain security, threat assessment, countermeasures, and incident response.
About This Category
The Electronic Warfare and Security category bridges traditional EMC engineering with security-focused applications. While standard EMC work focuses on unintentional interference and compatibility, the topics covered here address scenarios where electromagnetic effects are deliberately exploited, where information security depends on controlling emissions, or where critical national infrastructure requires protection from electromagnetic threats. Engineers working in defense, government, and critical infrastructure sectors will find these topics particularly relevant to their work.