Monitoring and analysis of electromagnetic pollution levels in an urbanized environment

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https://doi.org/10.33730/2310-4678.1.2026.359906

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electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic environment, environmental safety, electromagnetic wave, field strength, energy flux density

Abstract

As a result of urbanization and rapid development of technologies, electromagnetic radiation has a negative impact on human health and natural ecosystems. Monitoring and analysis of electromagnetic radiation levels in an urban environment were carried out. It was found that electromagnetic field levels differ significantly across different locations, i.e. the spatial distribution of electromagnetic radiation in an urban environment is uneven and dynamic. In most locations, electromagnetic radiation levels meet regulatory requirements. Additional research is needed in the areas where levels are exceeded. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the technical characteristics of radiation sources and the spatial distribution of electromagnetic waves in an urban environment. An electromagnetic wave can be reflected from the walls of buildings, windows, metal structures, transport, and even from the ground, as a result, the field level can vary greatly even at short distances, and its modeling requires complex mathematical algorithms that take into account all obstacles and sources.

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2026-02-17

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