Accession Number:

ADP002081

Title:

The Microwave Stimulus,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

RAYTHEON CO LEXINGTON MA

Personal Author(s):

• Osepchuk,J. M.

Report Date:

1981-10-01

Pagination or Media Count:

24.0

Abstract:

A review of the physical aspects of microwave systems for study of the effects of microwave exposure or sensation is presented. It is pointed out that aspects of low-frequency electricity and optical radiant heating both play a role within the microwave range in sensation phenomena. Resonant absorption and penetration in the microwave range will possibly produce unique sensations. A review of sources and the engineering aspects of closed exposure systems reveals a host of potential artifacts that need to be isolated and controlled in experiments involving exposure of biological targets. Temporal variations and local concentrations of microwave energy will play a prominent role in sensation phenomena, both in the laboratory and in real life.

Descriptors:

• *Microwaves
• *Temperature control
• Symposia
• Electromagnetic radiation
• Waveforms
• Penetration
• Human body
• Biological absorption
• Food
• Dielectric properties
• Tissues(Biology)

Subject Categories:

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE