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EMP simulators and public safety: an analysis.

D C Agouridis1, C E Easterly

  • 1Instrumentation and Controls Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Tennessee 37831-6101.

Bioelectromagnetics
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) from nuclear detonations and simulators pose risks to humans near large energy collectors. This study compares these risks against established radio-frequency electromagnetic field guidelines.

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Area of Science:

  • High-energy physics
  • Human health and safety

Background:

  • Exoatmospheric nuclear detonations generate electromagnetic pulses (EMPs).
  • Devices exist that simulate EMP effects.
  • Large energy collectors may expose humans to these fields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Analyze the potential danger of EMPs to humans.
  • Compare EMP exposure risks with existing safety guidelines.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of EMP effects.
  • Comparison with ANSI radio-frequency electromagnetic field guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Assessment of human health risks from EMP exposure.
  • Evaluation of current safety standards in relation to EMPs.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding EMP risks is crucial for human safety.
  • Existing guidelines may need re-evaluation for EMP scenarios.

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