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  Korea RRA Update (AI-generated image) RRA Notification of conformity assessment of Broadcasting and Communication Equipment is going to be revised. Public comments will be accepted until June 26, 2024, and the scheduled effective date is from July 24, 2024. Preparation of detailed procedures according to the introduction of the self-conformity system Classification of lighting equipment as equipment subject to self-conformity Exemption from conformity assessment of railway vehicles and railway supplies that have been formally approved under the Railroad Safety Act Exemption from conformity assessment for meters with type approval under the Measurement Act Establishment of Detailed Procedures for Reporting and Corrective Action on Non-Conforming Equipment Designation of domestic representatives of overseas manufacturers and clarification of matters of representation Improve the display method so that the conformity evaluation display method that should have been displayed on both the

Convening a technical committee meeting in the field of nano-electronics / freepik Convening a technical committee meeting in the field of nano-electronics   The National Institute of Technology Standards simultaneously held the Technical Committee (IEC/TC 113) meeting on nano-electronics from April 22nd to 26th, with the participation of over 50 standard experts from 7 countries including Korea, the United States, Japan, and Germany, both online and offline.   At the conference, Korea proposed four new international standards for nanomaterials aimed at improving the efficiency of electric vehicles and batteries. Graphene and carbon nanotubes can enhance efficiency and reduce charging times. These standards focus on evaluating electrical properties and shielding performance, contributing to stability and efficiency improvements in semiconductors, electric vehicles, and batteries. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

  In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device (IVD) In vitro diagnostic medical device manufacturers and importers who fail to comply with corrective orders will be subject to administrative sanctions, including - 1st violation: Business suspension for 1 month - 2nd violation: Business suspension for 3 months - 3rd violation: Business suspension for 6 months - 4th or more violations: License revocation This rule will take effect on April 26, 2024. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

  AI International Standardization Open Workshop Held / freepik AI International Standardization Open Workshop Held   The National Institute of Technology Standards, along with ISO and IEC, organized an 'AI International Standardization Open Workshop' on April 24th. Leaders from international AI standardization working groups (WGs) like Google and NVIDIA, along with over 140 domestic AI experts from KT and Naver, attended the event.   At the Reliability Working Group, Google's Lenora Zimmerman discussed standards for addressing societal and ethical concerns related to AI harm, while NVIDIA's Riccardo Mariani outlined safety requirements for AI systems at the AI Safety Working Group.   Presentations included introductions to AI machine learning performance evaluation and healthcare information standards. Updates on AI initiatives by domestic organizations like KT, Naver, and the Korea Testing Laboratory were also announced. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180

  Regulations for the Enforcement of the Medical Devices Act (Freepik) On April 24, 2024, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announced a draft revision of the Enforcement Rules of the Medical Device Act to expedite the introduction of necessary medical devices in the event of a national emergency, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Provisions will be established to exempt medical devices deemed necessary for the temporary introduction to prevent and control infectious diseases from the approval, certification, or notification process. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

International Standardization Meeting on Automotive Functional Safety Standards Held / unsplash International Standardization Meeting on Automotive Functional Safety Standards Held The National Institute of Technology Standards will host an international standardization meeting on automotive functional safety standards in Pangyo from April 22nd to April 26th, with the participation of 110 experts from 22 countries including Korea, Germany, the United States, and Japan.   To prevent malfunctions and accidents caused by design flaws in automotive electronic/electrical systems or autonomous driving systems, automobile manufacturers have long required compliance with functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 from their suppliers. Recently, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) WP.29 adopted ISO 26262 for demonstrating the safety of autonomous driving functions.   At this conference, global experts will discuss various technical issues, including the initia

  IEC International Conference to be held (AI-generated image) The National Radio Research Agency (RRA) under the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) will host an international conference from April 22 to 26 in Jeju Island, South Korea. The conference will focus on the standardization of on-site electromagnetic field measurement methods for large and high-power products, such as wireless charging systems for electric vehicles, MRI machines, and solar power generation systems. The National Radio Research Agency aims to complete the development of international standard documents for on-site measurement methods for large and high-power products by the end of this year, with the goal of publishing actual applicable standard documents next year. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website