Electric field distribution and SAR inside a human eye exposed to Virtual Reality glasses

Authors: Cvetkovic N, Krstic D, Stankovic V, Jovanovic D

Year: Nov 28, 2018

Category: Electromagnetic Field Studies

Journal: IET Microwaves Antennas & Propagation

DOI: 10.1049/iet-map.2018.5227

URL: https://digital-library.theiet.org/content/journals/10.1049/iet-map.2018.5227

Abstract

Overview

This study conducts a numerical analysis focusing on the electric field and specific absorption rate (SAR) distributions within a 3D-human eye model exposed to the electromagnetic waves from virtual reality (VR) glasses.

Methodology

  • A realistic 3D-human eye model is exposed to EM waves from VR glasses operating at various frequencies.
  • Frequencies examined include 900MHz, 2.6GHz, and the 5G band at 28GHz.

Key Findings

  • The maximum electric field strengths detected were 94.43 V/m at 28GHz and 137.3 V/m at 900MHz, suggesting potential safety concerns as these values exceed referent limits.
  • Conversely, at 2.6GHz, the electric field strength is 8.62 V/m, which is below safety thresholds.
  • The SAR values did not exceed safety limits, but the high electric field strengths imply a potential risk.

Conclusion

The implications of different frequencies on eye tissue vary, but the high electric field values at certain frequencies reveal a need for further investigation into potential health risks associated with the use of VR glasses.

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