Radiofrequency/Microwave Radiation Biological Effects and Safety Standards: A Review

Abstract

The study of human exposure to radiofrequency/microwave (RF/MW) radiation has been the subject of widespread investigation and analysis. It is known that electromagnetic radiation has a biological effect on human tissue. An attempt has been made by researchers to quantify the effects of radiation exposure on the human body and to set guidelines for safe exposure levels. A review of the pertinent findings is presented along with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recommended safety standard and the United States Air Force permissible exposure limit for RF/MW radiation. An overview of research conducted in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe is also included in this report.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA282886

Entities

People

  • Scott M. Bolen

Organizations

  • Rome Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Blood
  • Blood-Brain Barrier
  • Body Temperature
  • Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Cells
  • Central Nervous System
  • Electromagnetic Fields
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Heart Rate
  • Laboratory Animals
  • Medical Personnel
  • Nervous System
  • Radio Frequency
  • United States

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

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  • Political Science/ International Relations/ European Studies