RF & EM Shielding Innovation
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The global market for RF and EM shielding is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for electronic devices in a wide range of applications. The latest advances in RF and EM shielding research are revealing new possibilities for the design of next-generation electronic devices.
Research is focused on developing new materials and technologies that can meet the growing demand for effective and affordable EM shielding solutions. This is essential for developing new and improved technologies to protect electronic devices from unwanted interference and emissions and ensuring their safe and reliable operation.
PI-KEM and PI-KEM Hart are committed to providing the science and engineering research community with the latest high-quality materials and equipment they need to design and build dependable and EMI-compliant electronic devices. Our experienced Materials Team are always available to provide technical support and advice.
Research Focus
- Development of new materials and technologies: Providing more effective and efficient RF and EM shielding. University of Cambridge researchers have developed a new type of layered metamaterial that can block a wide range of radio frequencies, including those used by 5G and other emerging technologies.
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- Integration of RF and EM shielding into electronic devices: Reducing the need for external shielding and making it easier to protect devices from interference from other technologies such as 5G. Researchers at the University of Manchester are developing a new ultra-thin functional textiles and fibres that can be used to give EM shielding.
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- Development of new applications for RF and EM shielding: RF and EM shielding is increasingly being used in a wide range of applications, including:
- Aerospace and defence: RF and EM shielding is essential for protecting sensitive electronic equipment in aircraft and other military vehicles from interference. UK's Defence Science and Technology Laboratory and University of Southampton are both working to develop new types of RF and EM shielding materials that can be used to protect aircraft from radar and other electromagnetic threats.
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- Automotive: RF and EM shielding is also used in cars to protect sensitive electronic systems from interference from other vehicles and from the environment. Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA) in Stuttgart, Germany are developing new shielding technologies for electric vehicles preventing EM interference from the traction battery.
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- Healthcare: RF and EM shielding is also used in medical devices to protect patients from harmful electromagnetic radiation. Researchers at Queen Mary University of London are developing shielding materials for wearable and implantable devices.
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