ID Number		881
Study Type		Engineering & Physics
Model		10 kHz to 300 GHz (CW) exposure using numerical models and prediction of electromagnetic interference effects
Details		Numerical modeling of absorption in relation to electromagnetic interference with orthopedic devices, cardiac pacemakers, and cochlear implants was performed with 10 kHz to 300 GHz (CW) microwaves. The maximal absorption at resonant frequency in a normal upright man was ~80 MHz. The authors conclude that the risk of interference with such devices is small when below the current Australian occupational exposure limits, but recommend that workers receiving such implants be made aware of potential problems so appropriate corrective measures may be taken if necessary.
Findings		Not Applicable to Bioeffects
Status		Completed With Publication
Principal Investigator		Private Consultant in Occup'l Medicine, Australia - bruhoc@connexus.apana.org.au
Funding Agency		Telecom Australia
Country		AUSTRALIA
References		Hocking, B et al. Scan. J. Work Environ. Health, (1991) 17:1-6
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