STANAG 1008 sets rigorous limits on power quality to protect sensitive naval electronics from the harsh electrical environment of a warship. Characteristic Steady-State Limit Transient/Modulation Limit 2% (for LV systems) Frequency Variation Pulsed Loads Real power < 25% of rated supply Current Editions and Access
Modern combat systems are sensitive to "dirty power." The STANAG 1008 PDF details:
The most recent version is (also known as Edition 10), which was published on October 12, 2021 . It superseded the 2004 version (Edition 9). Where to Access the PDF
The standard defines the characteristics, ensuring that equipment designed for one NATO vessel will operate correctly on another.