IEC TS 62950, published in October 2017 as a Technical Specification, establishes a reference framework for specifying and evaluating the smart capabilities of household and similar electrical appliances. As smart grids, demand response programs, and home energy management systems become…

IEC 62951-1, published in April 2017, establishes a standardized bending test method for evaluating the mechanical and electrical reliability of conductive thin films deposited on flexible substrates. As flexible electronics — including foldable displays, wearable sensors, flexible solar cells, and…

IEC 62952-2, published in October 2016, defines standardized profiles for battery-based power modules used in wireless communication devices, particularly those deployed in industrial wireless sensor networks, process automation, and IoT applications. This standard works in conjunction with IEC 62952-1 (the…

Standardised communication protocol elements for real-time industrial automation networks Industrial automation systems demand deterministic, real-time communication between controllers, drives, I/O devices, and sensors. IEC PAS 62953 addresses this need by defining the complete communication stack for ADS-NET (Automation Device Specification…

IEC 62946-02, published in January 2017, is a detail specification within the IEC 62946 connector series that defines the mechanical, electrical, and transmission characteristics of 8-way unshielded high-density free and fixed connectors rated for frequencies up to 250 MHz and…

IEC 62948, published in July 2017, defines the WIA-FA (Wireless Industrial Automation — Factory Automation) wireless communication network standard tailored for industrial automation environments. Developed by the IEC Technical Committee 65, WIA-FA is a high-reliability, low-latency wireless networking protocol specifically…

IEC 62949, published in January 2017, establishes safety requirements for equipment designed to be connected to information and communication technology (ICT) networks. This standard fills a critical gap in the safety framework for networked equipment by addressing hazards that arise…

IEC 62940 | Engineering Insight Article Key Insight: IEC 62940 establishes the framework for Integrated Communication Systems (ICS) that unify GMDSS terrestrial and satellite radio equipment, internal ship communications, and data networking into a single, manageable bridge communication platform, enhancing…

Guidelines for increased confidence in PV module design qualification and type approval IEC TS 62941, published in January 2016 as a Technical Specification by IEC Technical Committee 82, provides comprehensive guidelines for quality management systems specifically tailored to photovoltaic (PV)…

IEC 62943, published in March 2017, defines a standardized visible light beacon system designed for multimedia applications. This standard specifies the physical layer, frame structure, and protocol rules for transmitting data via modulated visible light from LED sources — effectively…

IEC 62945, published in September 2018, establishes standardized test methods and phantoms for evaluating the imaging performance of X-ray computed tomography (CT) security-screening systems used for baggage and parcel inspection at airports, government buildings, and critical infrastructure checkpoints. As security…

IEC 62933 | Engineering Insight Article Key Insight: IEC 62933-2-1 provides the first internationally standardized methodology for characterizing electrical energy storage system performance, enabling consistent comparison across different storage technologies including lithium-ion, flow batteries, sodium-sulfur, and supercapacitors. Standardized Performance Characterization…

IEC 62935 | Engineering Insight Article Key Insight: IEC TR 62935 establishes a unified reference architecture model that harmonizes concepts from RAMI 4.0 (Germany), IVRA (USA), and other national smart manufacturing frameworks into a single internationally recognized architectural blueprint for…

IEC 62939 | Engineering Insight Article Key Insight: IEC TS 62939-2 bridges the gap between utility grid operations and consumer-side energy management by defining a standardized user interface architecture that enables seamless communication between home energy management systems, distributed energy…

Comprehensive requirements for design, testing, and safety of Li-ion battery systems in railway rolling stock IEC 62928, published in 2017, defines the design, performance, and safety requirements for onboard lithium-ion traction battery systems installed in railway rolling stock. As the…

Standardized test methods for evaluating the performance of robotic vacuum cleaners and dry floor cleaning robots IEC 62929, published in 2014, defines standardized methods for measuring the performance of household dry cleaning robots — commonly known as robotic vacuum cleaners…

Requirements and test methods for halogen-free, flame-retardant cables designed for photovoltaic power systems IEC 62930, published in 2017, specifies requirements and test methods for electric cables with halogen-free insulation intended for use in photovoltaic (PV) power systems. These cables are…