Overview

This Master's thesis project explores the use of electromagnetic (EM) simulations to support early fault detection and design validation in board-level shielding (BLS) applications. The main objective is to assess how accurately simulation models can identify design flaws and predict shielding effectiveness in complex PCB structures.

To achieve this, selected test samples with intentional design defects were evaluated through both measurement and full-wave simulation using CST Studio Suite. The simulation inputs were based on real antenna behavior characterized in a GTEM cell, ensuring high fidelity.

The study highlights the value of simulation-assisted workflows in electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analysis, emphasizing their potential to reduce prototyping cycles, detect critical faults early, and improve the reliability of electronic systems.

Presenting this work at the SIMULIA Regional User Meeting in Bamberg provided valuable professional feedback and affirmed the broader industrial relevance of combining simulation with experimental methods.

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