Where to find Microwave Radiation?

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on identifying sources of microwave radiation for a high school science fair project. Participants suggest testing various devices that emit microwave radiation, including wireless routers, Wi-Fi antennas, cordless phones, and Bluetooth devices. The conversation emphasizes the availability of unlicensed frequencies in the microwave band, which are commonly utilized by short-range communication devices. Additional resources, such as the Wikipedia page on microwaves, are recommended for further exploration of microwave applications.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of microwave radiation principles
  • Familiarity with microwave detectors
  • Knowledge of wireless communication technologies
  • Basic research skills for exploring scientific resources
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the frequency ranges of wireless routers and their microwave emissions
  • Explore the operation and radiation characteristics of cordless phones
  • Investigate Bluetooth technology and its use of microwave frequencies
  • Review the Wikipedia page on microwaves for additional applications and devices
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High school students conducting science projects on radiation, educators teaching about electromagnetic waves, and anyone interested in the practical applications of microwave technology.

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I am a high school student and i am doing a science fair project about radiation. i have a microwave detector and i would like to know where i can find microwave length radiation so i can test and record results. I have tested microwaves and cell phones but i can't think of anything else. What else could i test?
 
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littlejeter36 said:
I am a high school student and i am doing a science fair project about radiation. i have a microwave detector and i would like to know where i can find microwave length radiation so i can test and record results. I have tested microwaves and cell phones but i can't think of anything else. What else could i test?
Maybe wireless routers, wi-fi antennas on laptops.

Bob S
 
There are several frequencies in the microwave band that are unlicensed for short range use. Thus, many (most?) short range communication devices use microwaves. Besides what's been mentioned so far I can think of: Cordless phones, bluetooth, some remote control stuff. If you haven't checked already the http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microwave" on microwaves has a lot of uses listed.
 
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