Measurements of Human Exposure to RF Electromagnetic Fields 22.-24.09.2025

Training Focus
The planning rules for radio services often leave small gaps which cannot be used or the scattered use of spectrum by a primary user leaves larger opportunities. Such spectrum might be accessible for different or additional radio services, typically ones with very low power which will not cause undue interference to the primary users. These opportunities are often termed ‘whitespaces’ and their use is being considered through methods such as dynamic spectrum assignment. In addition, regulatory techniques are trying to find ways to make sharing spectrum more attractive. This course examines the background to whitespaces, considering how and where they arise and looks at sharing opportunities. It then focuses on how spectrum might be made available to additional parties, and what kind of communications it might support. Finally, the various regulatory methods and technologies (including DSA/LSA and the role of databases) being considered will be examined.

Course Objectives
After completing the course, delegates will understand the history of whitespaces, and the opportunities for sharing together with methods to regulate usage. Current developments and case studies will also be provided.

Intended for
Those who need to understand the regulation and practical application of whitespaces and advanced sharing techniques, whether from a regulatory or commercial perspective.

Contents

• ICNIRP‘s RF exposure limits philosophy
• Status of current biological research
• Basic measurement principles
• Derivation of an appropriate measurement methodology
• Correct measurements of FM, DAB, DVB-T, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, TETRA, and radar exposures
• Measurement report and uncertainty budget, typical sources of error
  
• Measurement strategies
  
• Measurement practice on real-life signals
  

Duration
2 days