IEEE Std 1720: Near-Field Measurement Standard 2025 Update

Authors: L. J. Foged, V. Rodriguez, J. Fordham, J. Dobbins, V. Monebhurrun
Publication: AMTA 2025
Copyright Owner: NSI-MI Technologies

Near-field measurements are widely recognized as an accurate and versatile technique for antenna and device testing. Since their introduction, these methods have become one of the preferred approaches for evaluating a broad range of antennas and devices. Today, hundreds of near-field test facilities are in operation worldwide, underscoring the technique’s maturity and widespread adoption. IEEE Std 1720™, originally approved in 2012 by the IEEE Standards Association Standards Board (SASB), was developed to provide foundational guidance for near-field antenna measurement practices [1]. As of this writing, the revised IEEE P1720 is undergoing the IEEE balloting process, a key milestone toward formal approval. The progress of the revision effort has been regularly documented in dedicated publications [2]-[7]. This paper provides an update on recent developments and reports on the outcome of the balloting process.

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