One Framework to Rule Them All? Framework for Testing Different Sampling Methods for Characterizing the EM Fields in a Scenario

Since 2016, the implementation of EU product rules requires a mandatory risk assessment for all electronic products, as outlined in the European "Blue Guide." To comply with the risk-based approach introduced by this guide, it is crucial to have a better understanding of the electromagnetic (EM) environment. However, existing methodologies for characterizing the EM environment have limitations. From it, an alternative methodology is briefly proposed to aid the risk assessment process by exploring the concept of spatial sampling EM fields. This paper will focus on efficiently implementing the concept by using a test framework. The latter part of the paper illustrates how the test framework is used to compare two sampling strategies in a low-complexity scenario.