Analysis of parallel plate simulation of the transmission line electric field as related to biological effects laboratory studies

This paper presents calculations for the unperturbed electric field between parallel plates of various configurations. Also, the calculated perturbation caused by a conductive object placed between the plates is compared with the corresponding perturbation in a transmission line field. Conclusions on the performance of laboratory parallel plate arrangements used for the study of electric-field related biological effects are given. Calculations are compared with actual field measurements done by others, and show very good agreement.