Definition And Characterization Of An Electromagnetic Operational Domain Model

The increasing use of autonomy and complexity of systems has identified the need for explicit specification of operational conditions for systems such that the properties of a system can be assured against these conditions. Although the EE (Electromagnetic Environment) within which a system can safely operate should be considered as part of operational conditions, it has not previously been represented in taxonomies of ODMs (Operational Domain Models). In this paper, the concept of EODM (Electromagnetic Operational Domain Model) is introduced which facilitates the development and safe operation of a system against the safety risks emerging from EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). Furthermore, a process for defining the EODM during development of a system is presented, and an appropriate process for considering EODM’s contribution during operation is proposed.