4G/5G Wireless Systems Radiation Safety for Various Technical Equipment

An analysis of current standards for maximum permissible levels of exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields from 4G/5G mobile communications equipment via the enclosure port of various technical devices was conducted. It was found that for many technical devices, these requirements are comparable to or more stringent than the requirements for the general public’s exposure to these fields. Emissions from 4G/5G base and subscriber equipment are potentially hazardous to the operation of a large number of technical devices, including those used in critical infrastructure facilities. Compliance with standard requirements for susceptibility to radiofrequency electromagnetic interference via the enclosure port for most technical devices does not ensure reliable protection for their operation in the complex electromagnetic environment created by 4G/5G radio network emissions, indicating the need to revise these requirements. Calculated data on the required spatial separation between 4G/5G equipment and technical devices of various groups to ensure their electromagnetic compatibility are provided.