Element at CES: FCC Approval for Wireless Devices

The FCC approval process for wireless devices ensures compliance with U.S. standards for electromagnetic compatibility, safety, and RF exposure. Key steps include defining initial design and RF specifications, conducting pre-compliance testing to address potential issues early, formally registering with the FCC, and selecting an authorized test lab for compliance testing. Finally, test reports and required documentation are submitted to a Telecommunications Certification Body (TCB) for approval before the device can enter the U.S. market. This rigorous process applies to both licensed (e.g., cellular) and unlicensed (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) technologies, ensuring safe and lawful operation.

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Nima is a Managing Director at Element Materials Technology who leads regulatory and industry approval activities for connected devices and IoT products in Bay Area US. 

With a deep knowledge of North America (FCC and ISED) regulatory approval requirements and CE marking, Nima sits on various standardization committees and rulemaking groups in the US and Europe.  

As an active member of ANSI C63, IEC/CISPR, REDCA and TCB Council, Nima is working closely with the regulators globally to standardize global approval requirement for various type of consumer products. 

Nima holds a MSEE with a focus on RF/Microwave and published multiple papers in the field of antenna and filter design in international journals. 

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