2. Definitions
These are general definitions of physics applied to the specific nature of field effects on humans.
Specific absorption (SA): energy absorbed per unit mass of biological tissue. It is expressed in joules per kilogram (J/kg).
Electromagnetic fields: the term "electromagnetic fields", used in this article, includes all fields, whether electric or magnetic, which are components of the electromagnetic field. They cover the entire frequency range, including static fields. These fields are likely to interact, in one way or another, with living organisms, and therefore with humans, subjected to their presence.
Far field (Fraunhofer zone): zone at least 1.6 times the wavelength away from the radiating structure; in this zone, the relationships...
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Bibliography
- (1) - ANFR/DR 15-2-1 - . – http://www.anfr.fr .
- (2) - ALLIOT (J.-C.) - Sources de bruit, Compatibilité électromagnétique 1, Collection Technique et Scientifique des Télécommunications....
Standards and norms
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European standardization
- Measuring exposure to radio-frequency electromagnetic fields – field strength in the frequency range between 100 kHz and 1 GHz (classification index C 94-566). - NF EN 61566 - 1998
- Guide pour l'expression de l'incertitude de mesure (indice de classement X07-020). - NF ENV 13005 - 1999
- Norme de base relative à la mesure du DAS relatif...
Regulations
Recommendation 1999/519/EC of the Council of the European Communities of July 12, 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz). Bruxelles 1999/519/CE/12.07.99.
Decree no. 2002-775 of May 3, 2002, implementing article L. 32, 12°, of the French Post and Telecommunications Code, on public exposure limits to electromagnetic fields emitted by equipment...
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