ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION HAZARDS IN THE NAVY.
Abstract
The many and varied sources of electromagnetic hazards in today's modern Navy are described in this paper. High power communication transmitters, radards, lasers and radar power tubes produce hazards ranging from high voltage shock to ionizing radiation. Effects on man are thermal (e.g. retinal and skin burns) and athermal (e.g. 'pearl-chain' formation). Body tissue absorption of RF radiation, heating, tolerance dosage and safety limits are discussed. Safe distances from present Naval radars, and future increases in radar power are indicated. Characteristics of protective devices (Radar Suit, Radar Goggles, High Voltage Insulator Links for Ships Cranes, X-Ray Hazard Meter) developed at NASL, are described. Remaining problems and some unusual effects ('RF Hearing') are mentioned. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 24, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0645696
Entities
People
- Arthur Rutkowski
- Charles Christianson