Converting a Full-Vehicle EMC Chamber in an Antenna Test Range: A Simulation Investigation

With the increasing need for higher quality au-tomotive connectivity and location services, full-vehicle over-the-air testing has become a topic of growing interest. As the size and costs of ranges required for such tests is however prohibitive, many companies have looked into combining antenna measurement and electromagnetic compatibility tests into the same chamber environment. This paper provides an overview analysis of the complexity and constraints associated with such a choice. A numerical investigation of an entire test range is offered to derive conclusions on possible site limitations relating to unwanted reflections within a dual-purpose chamber.