Title :
The drive to regulate electromagnetic fields: In the United States, states and localities are imposing regulations, and industry is seeking action by the Federal government
Author_Institution :
IEEE Spectrum, New York, NY, USA
fDate :
3/1/1984 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Presents a discussion of the questions: (1) Why is there so much activity aimed at EM-field regulations? (2) What are the major weaknesses of present regulations and standards? (3) What is the outlook for resolving the many conflicts between local and federal standards in the United States, and between those used in the United States and abroad?
Keywords :
biological effects of radiation; electromagnetic fields; standards; EM-field regulations; United States; electromagnetic fields; regulations; standards; ANSI standards; Heating; Industries; Occupational safety; Proposals; Radio frequency;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MSPEC.1984.6370208
