A Practical Guide to Locate and Mitigate Interference

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The rapid proliferation of wireless systems has led to an increasingly congested electromagnetic (EM) spectrum, where interference poses significant challenges to communication reliability and security. Governments worldwide regulate spectrum allocation, yet overlapping frequency usage among diverse radio-frequency (RF) technologies—such as cellular networks and unmanned aerial systems — can result in performance degradation or service loss. Both intentional and unintentional interference can introduce noise, disrupt transmission, and compromise connectivity. As a result, spectrum monitoring has become essential for identifying, classifying, and locating sources of interference. Continued advancements in detection and mitigation tools are critical to maintaining robust and efficient wireless communication in today’s densely populated RF environment.