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Residential magnetic and electric fields.

W T Kaune1, R G Stevens, N J Callahan

  • 1Biology and Chemistry Department, Battelle Pacific Northwest Laboratories, Richland, Washington.

Bioelectromagnetics
|January 1, 1987
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This study characterized extremely low-frequency magnetic flux density (MFD) and electric-field (E-field) in homes. Residential MFD showed a diurnal cycle and correlated with wiring characteristics, improving prediction models.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Electromagnetics
  • Residential Exposure Assessment

Background:

  • Extremely low-frequency (ELF) fields are present in residential environments.
  • Understanding residential ELF field exposure is crucial for health studies.
  • Accurate measurement and characterization of ELF fields are needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and utilize a data-acquisition system for characterizing ELF magnetic flux density (MFD) and electric-field (E-field) in homes.
  • To investigate the temporal patterns and spatial correlations of MFD and E-field in residences.
  • To explore relationships between measured ELF fields and residential wiring characteristics.

Main Methods:

  • A dedicated data-acquisition system recorded MFD and E-field every 2 minutes over 24-hour periods in 43 homes.

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  • Electrical energy usage and detailed distribution wiring maps were collected for each residence.
  • Field measurements were also taken during epidemiological interviews.

    • Main Results:

    • 24-hour average MFD measurements at different locations within homes were correlated.
    • Residential MFD exhibited a distinct 24-hour (diurnal) cycle.
    • MFD measurements correlated with residential wiring codes and improved prediction models using wiring parameters.

    Conclusions:

    • A robust system for characterizing residential ELF fields was established.
    • Residential MFD is influenced by diurnal patterns and characterized by specific wiring configurations.
    • Predictive models for residential MFD can be enhanced by incorporating wiring information.