Title :
Effects of DC and AC electric and magnetic fields on people and animals
Author :
Farmer, Laurie E. ; Oman, Henry
Author_Institution :
Boeing Co., Seattle, WA, USA
Abstract :
The calculation of field intensity is briefly reviewed. The effects of DC fields and fields from 60-Hz and three-phase power lines are discussed. Measurement of the field under a 12-kV distribution line is described. The insignificant nature of most exposure is emphasized.<>
Keywords :
bioelectric phenomena; biological effects of fields; biomagnetism; electric field effects; magnetic field effects; power overhead lines; 12 kV; 60 Hz; AC fields; DC fields; animals; distribution line; magnetic fields; people; three-phase power lines; Animals; Conductors; Equations; Magnetic field measurement; Magnetic flux; Magnetic materials; Magnetic resonance imaging; Magnetic separation; Permeability; Wire;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
