EMI stands for Electromagnetic Interference, which is unwanted noise or interference in an electrical path or circuit caused by an external source. EMI can cause electronics to operate poorly, malfunction, or stop working completely. It can be caused by both natural and human-made sources, such as lightning, solar flares, mobile phones, and electronic equipment. EMI can be reduced by using high-quality electronics, electrical shielding, and modern error correction techniques.
It is important to keep electrical paths free of outside interference, as even the slightest disruption can cause serious damage to a device or devices in close proximity. EMI can be intentionally used for radio jamming, as in electronic warfare.
It is worth noting that EMI can also refer to Equated Monthly Installment, which is a fixed payment amount made by a borrower to a lender at a specified date each calendar month to settle an outstanding loan within a stipulated time.
