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electromagnetic interference

[/ɪ.lek.troʊ.mæɡ.ˈnet.ɪk ˌɪn.tɚ.ˈfɪr.əns/]
nounfeminine
interferência eletromagnética
1. Disturbance caused by external electromagnetic signals that affects the performance of electronic devices or communications systems
The electromagnetic interference from the power lines disrupted the radio signal.
A interferência eletromagnética das linhas de energia perturbou o sinal de rádio.
2. Unwanted electromagnetic energy that degrades, obstructs, or otherwise compromises the functioning of electronic equipment
Proper shielding is necessary to prevent electromagnetic interference in sensitive medical equipment.
A blindagem adequada é necessária para prevenir interferência eletromagnética em equipamentos médicos sensíveis.
Synonyms
EMIradio frequency interferenceRFIelectrical noiseelectromagnetic noise

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interferência eletromagnética
Standard technical term used in engineering and telecommunications
Portugal
interferência eletromagnética
Standard technical term, identical to Brazilian usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

shield against electromagnetic interference
suffer from electromagnetic interference
electromagnetic interference mitigation
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