A Rational Basis for Determining the EME Capability of a System

A logical procedure is presented for determining the electromagnetic compatability (EMC) of a system, based upon an analytical approach developed earlier. The procedure is illustrated using as a system an airplane with a manageable number of electrical-electronic subsystems. The result is a single number which can be used in a weapon system effectiveness equation and is generally useful not only to EMC engineers, but also to other electronic engineers and managers. Byproducts of the procedure are enhanced highlighting of critical parameters for design purposes and a means for economic evaluation of EMC efforts.