[LINK] The terahertz band and CMOS chips

[Bernard Robertson-Dunn]

On 23/04/2012 3:56 PM, Fernando Cassia wrote:
> It's all for The Common Good. ;)
>
> http://www.gizmag.com/bae-systems-anti-pirate-laser/17579/
>
> http://www.tgdaily.com/trendwatch-features/39828-new-60-ghz-antenna-may-revolutionize-high-speed-mobile-connectivity-with-i
>
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> Military uses for EHF
> "The military has also used the 95 GHz band for a nonlethal weapon
> system called ADS (Active Denial System). In this device, a radio
> signal is directed at a person. It causes water molecules in their
> skin to heat to 130 degrees Fahrenheit in a couple seconds. This
> operates much like a microwave oven, but the 95 GHz band was chosen
> because its signal only reaches to a depth of about 1/64th inch in
> skin.
>
> While it is not truly harmful, it makes the recipient feel as though
> their clothes are on fire causing them to seek immediate escape from
> the radio source. As soon as the beam ceases or out of reach, the
> recipient has no residual pain or discomfort. In practicality, this
> device is better than water hoses because there are no residual
> effects (other than possibly anger and dismay directed toward the
> attacker)."

What happens in the rain?
What happens if the person wears wet woolen clothes?
Does the radio signal pass through a clear plastic shield?
Have they thought this through?

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Regards
brd

Bernard Robertson-Dunn
Canberra Australia
email:   brd at iimetro.com.au
website: www.drbrd.com



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