Abstract

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a key requirement for household appliances, ensuring reliable operation within increasingly complex electrical environments. For power electronics-based products, EMC compliance can become a major challenge if not addressed early in the development process, often leading to delays, additional design iterations, and unexpected costs.
Induction cooking systems are based on switching power stages that can generate significant electromagnetic disturbances. For this reason, simulation tools can play an important role in supporting design decisions before hardware validation.
This presentation will provide an overview of how CST can be used to analyze the electromagnetic behavior of power electronics boards in induction appliances, with the goal of supporting EMC-oriented design optimization. The discussion will highlight how simulation can help identify critical aspects of a design at an early stage and contribute to reducing development risk and the amount of testing required later in the process.

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Alessio Baldazzi holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering and Telecommunications from the University of Bologna, following earlier studies in Electronics and Telecommunications at a technical institute. He has seven years of experience as a Senior Electronic EMC Development Engineer, with a primary focus on power electronics boards for induction hobs within the Electrolux Group.
Over the course of his work, Alessio has also gained experience with other power electronic applications and signal boards, including user interface boards for home appliances. Combining solid theoretical knowledge with hands-on engineering practice, his work has focused mainly on hardware development while also supporting software activities.
More recently, Alessio has extended his expertise to simulation to accelerate development and improve design optimization.

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Senior Electronic EMC Development Engineer — Electrolux Group