The Microwave Stimulus,

Abstract

A review of the physical aspects of microwave systems for study of the effects of microwave exposure or sensation is presented. It is pointed out that aspects of low-frequency electricity and optical radiant heating both play a role within the microwave range in sensation phenomena. Resonant absorption and penetration in the microwave range will possibly produce unique sensations. A review of sources and the engineering aspects of closed exposure systems reveals a host of potential artifacts that need to be isolated and controlled in experiments involving exposure of biological targets. Temporal variations and local concentrations of microwave energy will play a prominent role in sensation phenomena, both in the laboratory and in real life.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADP002081

Entities

People

  • J. M. Osepchuk

Organizations

  • RTX

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Absorption
  • Artifacts
  • Connecticut
  • Electricity
  • Engineering
  • Frequency
  • Heating
  • Microwaves
  • Radiant Heating
  • Sensation
  • Temperature Control

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Microwave Engineering.
  • Speech Processing/Speech Recognition.
  • Systems Analysis and Design