Smart Meter Radiation Research

ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD MEASUREMENTS FOR NON-IONIZING RADIATION HAZARDS

R. I. GRAY, C. E. GALLAHER · 1971

Analysis of the physiologic effects of microwave radiation, Research Report No. 3

McLees BD, Finch ED · 1971

RADIOFREQUENCY and MICROWAVE RADIATION LEVELS RESULTING FROM MAN-MADE SOURCES in the WASHINGTON, D.C., AREA

Stephen W. Smith, David G. Brown · 1971

This 1971 government study measured radiofrequency and microwave radiation levels from man-made sources throughout the Washington DC area. The research documented the electromagnetic environment in the nation's capital, providing baseline measurements of RF and microwave exposure from various transmission sources. This early work helped establish understanding of urban electromagnetic pollution levels during the dawn of the wireless age.

MICROWAVE OVEN TEST LOAD EVALUATION and DETERMINATION of INTERNAL MICROWAVE ENERGY DISTRIBUTION

Harry Levine, Robert L. Moore · 1970

INEXPENSIVE READOUT FOR A COMMERCIAL THERMOCOUPLE MICROWAVE POWER DENSITY PROBE

Unknown authors · 1970

Understanding Microwave Absorbing Materials and Anechoic Chambers-Part 2

Steven Galagan · 1970

Chamber length is determined by the antenna size and the highest test frequency. Chamber width must keep the angle of incidence at or below 60 degrees to maintain absorber performance. Tapered chambers can achieve better performance at lower frequencies and lower cost than rectangular chambers.

An Operational Safety Program for Ophthalmic Hazards of Microwave

Laurent P. LaRoche, Milton M. Zaret, Albert F. Braun · 1970

Muscle Heating in Human Subjects With 915 MHz. Microwave Contact Applicator

Barbara J. DeLateur et al. · 1970

Putting Power Where It Counts Economically

Unknown authors · 1970

Au sujet des rayonnements magnétiques T.H.F. des aériens-radars

René JOLY · 1970

SAFETY STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING SOURCES OF HIGH, ULTRAHIGH AND SUPERHIGH FREQUENCY ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS

Unknown authors · 1970

Microwave oven test load evaluation and determination of internal microwave energy distribution

Harry Levine, Robert L. Moore · 1970

This 1970 government technical report examined how microwave energy distributes inside microwave ovens and evaluated methods for testing oven safety. The research developed analytical techniques to measure internal energy patterns and assess test load performance. This foundational work helped establish safety standards for microwave oven design and operation.

Maximum admissible values of HF and UHF electromagnetic radiation at work places in Czechoslovakia

Karel Marha · 1970

MICROWAVE OVEN TEST LOAD EVALUATION and DETERMINATION of INTERNAL MICROWAVE ENERGY DISTRIBUTION

Harry Levine, Robert L. Moore · 1970

This 1970 government study examined how microwave energy distributes inside microwave ovens and evaluated standard test methods for measuring this radiation. The research focused on understanding internal energy patterns and developing proper testing protocols for microwave oven safety evaluation.

Wideband power monitor

Wideband · 1970

Introduction to microwave energy principles and applications

William A. Herman · 1970

The document explains that microwave radiation interacts with biological systems mainly by heating tissue. The accepted biological damage from excessive exposure is hyperthermia, with certain organs like the eyes and testicles being most sensitive. Cataract formation in the eye occurs at power densities of hundreds of mW/cm², while testicular damage can occur at about 10 mW/cm² but is slight and recoverable.

Muscle heating in human subjects with 915 MHz. Microwave contact applicator.

DeLateur BJ, Lehmann JF, Stonebridge JB, Warren CG, Guy AW · 1970

This 1970 study examined how 915 MHz microwave radiation heats muscle tissue in human subjects using direct contact applicators. Researchers measured temperature changes in muscle tissue to understand how microwave energy penetrates and affects the human body. This early research helped establish fundamental data about how microwave frequencies interact with human tissue.

The Effect of UHF Electromagnetic Radiation On the Immunobiological Properties of the Organism

E. A. Chukhlovin · 1970

Scientists are pondering the effects of very-low microwave levels on human beings

Edward Gross · 1969

Biological Effects of Radio- and Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Radiation

Ulrich H. Behling · 1969

EFFECTS OF MICROWAVE RADIATIONS ON BEHAVIORAL, PHYSIOLOGICAL, AND PATHOLOGICAL RESPONSES IN LABORATORY ANIMALS

Unknown authors · 1969

Radiation Exposure Overview - Microwave Ovens and the Public

Marvin Rosenstein, Warren A. Brill, Charles K. Showalter · 1969

Field surveys of 494 microwave oven units found that 109 units, or 22 percent, emitted radiation greater than 10 mW/cm² under normal operating conditions. Laboratory measurements demonstrated that power densities exceeding 700 mW/cm² could be produced if door safety interlocks failed or were defeated and the door was wide open. No specific performance standard for microwave oven exposure had been promulgated at the time of the report. Known human bioeffects from microwave exposure at levels of several mW/cm² to several hundred mW/cm² included temporary sterility in males, eye cataracts, and blood changes. A single case report described a microwave oven repairman with a recurrent hemorrhagic eruption that was suggested as possibly caused by microwave energy from microwave ovens.

EFFECTS OF MICROWAVE RADIATIONS ON BEHAVIORAL, PHYSIOLOGICAL, AND PATHOLOGICAL RESPONSES IN LABORATORY ANIMALS

Unknown authors · 1969

This 1969 technical report examined how microwave radiation affected behavior, physiology, and tissue damage in laboratory animals. While specific findings aren't available, this early research helped establish the foundation for studying biological effects of microwave exposure. The study represents important early work documenting that microwave radiation can produce measurable biological changes in living organisms.

EVENTUAL BIOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOPATHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF UHF ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION FROM AERIAL RADAR

JOLY, R., PLURIEN, G., DROUET, J., ET AL · 1969

MICROWAVE RADIATION - Its Potential Health Hazards and Their Control

Robert L. Bell et al. · 1969