Electromagnetic Shielding of Structural Foams by Using Internal Conductive Materials.
Abstract
This report summarizes the preliminary analysis performed during the first phase of the program to assess the RF shielding effectiveness obtainable by using internal conductive materials in structural foams. The major emphasis was on the use of carbon/graphite fibers as the conductive material although consideration was given to metalized glass fibers and to metal particles. Several mathematical analysis techniques were considered for assessing shielding effectiveness including the method of moments, wire grid analysis, meteorological, and plane wave analysis. The plane wave analysis technique was deemed the most applicable. Calculations are presented of shielding effectiveness in the HF through UHF frequency range for various material characteristics. Recommendations are also presented on test panels that should be fabricated during the second phase of the program to verify the theoretical predictions. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA050817
Entities
People
- D. G. Bodnar
Organizations
- Georgia Tech