Device requirements for data collection, gathering, and analysis in predictive maintenance Introduction to IEC 62974-1:2017 IEC 62974-1:2017, formally titled “Monitoring and measuring systems used for data collection, gathering and analysis — Part 1: Device requirements,” establishes the fundamental specifications for…

Performance requirements and test methods for high-energy X-ray linac NDT systems Introduction to IEC 62976:2017 IEC 62976:2017, titled “Industrial non-destructive testing equipment — Electron linear accelerator,” defines the performance requirements and test methods for electron linear accelerators (linacs) used in…

IEC 62969-2:2018 is the second part of the IEC 62969 series under the umbrella of semiconductor devices for automotive vehicle interfaces. This standard specifically focuses on efficiency evaluation methods for wireless power transmission (WPT) using resonance coupling, targeting power delivery…

IEC TR 62970:2016 is a Technical Report that provides comprehensive guidance on the planning, execution, and statistical analysis of round robin tests (interlaboratory comparisons) for household and similar electrical appliances. Published by IEC Technical Committee 59, this document addresses a…

IEC TR 62971:2015 is a Technical Report that provides essential guidance on the selection, characterization, and use of radiation sources for testing and calibrating equipment designed to detect illicit trafficking of radioactive and nuclear materials. Published by IEC Technical Committee…

A critical diagnostic tool for assessing transformer oil degradation and contamination The interfacial tension (IFT) between water and insulating oil is one of the most sensitive indicators of oil quality in power transformers. As mineral insulating oil ages, oxidation by-products…

Surveying and analysing the landscape of symbols used on consumer and professional multimedia devices As multimedia equipment proliferates across consumer, commercial, and professional domains, the graphical symbols used on these devices have become a critical component of the user interface.…

Standardised mechanical interface enabling field-installable fusion-spliced fibre optic terminations Field-termination of fibre optic cables has traditionally been one of the most challenging tasks in network installation, requiring skilled technicians, adhesive curing ovens, and precision polishing equipment. Splice-on connector (SOC) technology…

A comprehensive mathematical framework for quantifying measurement instrument accuracy and reliability The performance of industrial transducers and transmitters is fundamental to the reliability of process measurement and control systems. IEC TR 62967 provides a unified mathematical framework for calculating the…

Ensuring electrical safety by detecting dangerous DC residual currents in electric vehicle charging infrastructure Electric vehicle (EV) charging introduces a unique electrical safety challenge: rectifier circuits in on-board chargers can generate smooth DC residual currents that standard Type A residual…

Computerised injection-based testing as a complement to traditional radiation instrument qualification Performance evaluation of radiation detection and radionuclide identification instruments traditionally requires extensive laboratory testing with certified radioactive sources, specialised facilities, and significant logistical resources. IEC 62957-1 introduces a semi-empirical…

Standardised test methodology for evaluating hygiene performance of laundry appliances Consumer demand for hygiene-enhancing laundry appliances has grown significantly, with many washing machines now offering antibacterial or sanitisation programmes. IEC PAS 62958 provides a standardised, reproducible test method for measuring…

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…