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Record Nr.

UNINA9910954530603321

Titolo

High frequency electromagnetic dosimetry / / David A. Snchez-Hernndez, editor

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Boston, : Artech House, c2009

ISBN

9781596933989

1596933984

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (274 p.)

Collana

Artech House electromagnetic analysis series

Altri autori (Persone)

Sanchez-HernandezDavid A

Disciplina

539.7/7

Soggetti

Radiation dosimetry

Electromagnetism - Physiological effect

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Introduction -- Fundamentals of electromagnetic fields interaction with matter -- Far-field electromagnetic dosimetry -- Near-field numerical electromagnetic dosimetry -- In situ measured exposure assessment and compliance testing -- Near-field SAR measurements with automated scanning systems -- The effect of metallic objects on SAR distributions -- Worldwide standardization and guideline discrepancies -- Medical applications of high frequency electromagnetic energy -- Conclusions.

Sommario/riassunto

Along with the growth of RF and microwave technology applications, there is a mounting concern about the possible adverse effects over human health from electromagnetic radiation. Addressing this issue and putting it into perspective, this groundbreaking resource provides critical details on the latest advances in high frequency electromagnetic dosimetry.