Detection and Sterilization of Anthrax Spores by Microwave Radiation
Abstract
The goal of this program is to investigate the ability of microwave and millimeter-wave radiation to detect and destroy biological agents, with a particular focus on anthrax spores. Dry constituents, such as dipicolinic acid (DPA), can be placed within simple waveguide holders and subsequently probed. Other constituents are available only in liquie suspension, and require use of coplanar waveguide measurement fixtures. DPA has been probed over a frequency range of 8-170 GHz using multiple sample holders over multiple waveguide bands. Although not conclusively verified, testing to date indicate the presence of two relatively broad dielectric resonances at 127 GHz and - 155 GHz using the new technique.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 23, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA438858
Entities
People
- A. Wan
- C. W. Domier
- M. Johnson
- N. C. Luhmann Jr.
Organizations
- University of California