Frequently Asked Questions
Electro Magnetic Applications, Inc. (EMA) is an engineering company that helps organizations predict, test, and solve electromagnetic and physics-based challenges. EMA combines simulation software, physical testing, measurements, and consulting services to improve product performance, ensure compliance, and reduce development risk.
Key takeaways:
- EMA integrates simulation, testing, and engineering expertise
- Helps reduce risk and accelerate certification
- Supports multiple industries including aerospace, automotive, space, and electronics
- Offers both consulting services and software solutions
- Focused on solving complex, first-of-a-kind engineering problems
About EMA
What is EMA?
EMA is a technology company specializing in applied electromagnetics and plasma physics, delivering advanced solutions to predict, validate, and optimize real-world product performance. For nearly 50 years, EMA has supported industry through expert consulting, testing, and measurement services, while guiding the development of best-in-class multiphysics simulation tools.
EMA’s platform integrates co-simulating physics solvers, NVIDIA powered GPU-acceleration, and modular architectures to enable high-fidelity, scalable simulation and automated workflows. Building on this foundation, EMA is advancing physics-driven AI to deliver faster, more accurate predictions grounded in real engineering data.
By combining simulation with engineering and testing, EMA ensures results are validated again real-world measurements, giving customers confidence in performance. As both a Technology and Services Partner within the Ansys ecosystem, EMA delivers software and engineering services to customers worldwide.
What does EMA do?
EMA helps companies solve complex electromagnetic and physics-based challenges that impact product performance, safety, and certification.
Core capabilities include:
- Electromagnetic simulation and modeling
- Engineering consulting and design support
- Physical testing and measurement
- Multiphysics analysis (EMI/EMC, RF, radiation, plasma, and more)
The goal: help customers design products that work the first time and perform reliability in real-world environments.
What industries does EMA serve?
EMA supports industries where electromagnetic effects are critical, including:
- Aerospace and defense
- Space environments and radiation effects
- Automotive (including electric vehicles)
- Electronics and communications
- Plasma processing
- Semiconductor design and manufacturing
- Energy and industrial systems
We support both commercial and government programs, particularly in high-reliability and regulated environments.
Why choose EMA?
EMA combines three critical capabilities into one integrated approach:
- Simulation predicts performance early
- Testing validates real-world behavior
- Engineering expertise connects insights into decisions
This integrated approach ensures results are accurate, validated, and actionable, not just theoretical.
Where is EMA located?
EMA is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, with an additional office and specialized laboratory facilities in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Working With EMA
What can I expect when working with EMA?
Customers can expect a highly collaborative, problem-solving partnership.
Typical engagement includes:
- Understanding your technical challenges and requirements
- Developing a tailored analysis, simulation, or test approach
- Deliver clear, actionable results and recommendations
The focus is always on helping you reduce risk, improve performance, and accelerate development.
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What types of problems does EMA help solve?
EMA supports a wide range of complex technical challenges, including:
- Electromagnetic interference and compatibility (EMI/EMC)
- Lightning effects and protection
- Space environment and radiation effects
- RF interference and antenna performance
- Cable harness and system-level interactions
We specialize in solving complex or first-of-a-kind problems where standard methods fall short.
Do I need to purchase software to work with EMA?
No. EMA offers flexible engagement options:
- Consulting and analysis services
- Testing and measurement services
- Software solutions for in-house use
- Hybrid approaches combining all three
Many customers start with services and expand into software over time.
Services, Software, and Capabilities
What simulation tools does EMA develop?
EMA develops advanced simulation tools delivered through Ansys.
- Focuses on EMI/EMC
- Models cables, electronics, and full platforms
- Models charging, discharging, and plasma effects
- Supports ESD, arcing, and material risk analysis
Together, they provide a comprehensive, physics-based approach to predicting real-world system behavior.
What consulting services does EMA offer?
EMA provides expert engineering consulting across the full product lifecycle.
Key capabilities include:
- EMI/EMC and E3 analysis
- Lightning, HIRF, and EMP analysis for platform-level survivability
- ESD and charging analysis
- Space environment and radiation effects
- RF interference and antenna performance
- Design reviews for automotive and aerospace systems
- Simulation-driven design and validation
- Certification support and requirements development
How does EMA approach simulation vs testing?
EMA uses a closed-loop approach:
- Simulation predicts performance early in the design process
- Testing validates simulation results with real-world data
- Engineering insight connects both for better decisions
This approach improves confidence and reduces costly redesigns.
How does EMA help with certification and compliance?
EMA helps organizations meet standards and certification requirements by:
- Identifying risks early through simulation
- Supporting test planning and execution
- Validating designs against real-world data
- Providing documentation and engineering support
This increases the chances of passing certification on the first attempt.
Results & Value
How does EMA deliver value to customers?
EMA helps customers:
- Reduce development risk
- Avoid costly late-stage failures
- Accelerate design cycles
- Improve product performance and reliability
By combining simulation with testing, EMA enables more predictable engineering outcomes.
Why do customers trust EMA?
Customers trust EMA because of:
- Decades of applied electromagnetics expertise
- Proven tools and validated methodologies
- Experience in high-stakes industries
- A track record solving real-world problems
EMA focuses on delivering confidence in results, not just simulations.
Contact Us
Who should contact EMA?
EMA is a strong fit for:
- Engineering teams dealing with EMI/EMC, radiation, or charging issues
- Programs preparing for certification (DO-160, MIL-STD, etc.)
- Organizations developing complex electrical systems
- Teams looking to reduce testing costs and accelerate development
How can I get started with EMA?
You can start by:
- Requesting a consultation
- Discussing your technical challenge
- Exploring simulation or testing options
Contact EMA to speak with our team and get started.
