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Computational Analysis and Methods for Electromagnetic Exposure Limits, Antenna Optimization and Cell Phone Design

Xi Lin, Chen  
2013

In recent years, the advancements of wireless technologies have led to rapid developments in the field of telecommunication, power delivery and bio-medical applications. During the evolution of a wireless technology, the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) between a radiating source (e.g., an antenna) and nearby active or passive elements (e.g., a closely integrated electronic component or a human body) often introduces challenging design requirements. This thesis focuses on the applications of state-of-the-art computational electromagnetic compatibility (CEMC) techniques in multidisciplinary engineering design tasks, with an emphasis on computational bio-electromagnetic compatibility (CBEMC). The analyses reported in this thesis span practical applications from power frequency (Hz) to radio frequency (GHz), providing research outcomes which significantly benefit the understandings of low-frequency human body exposure safety and radio-frequency antenna integration and optimization. The research aspect of the thesis is initiated with a thorough review of the existing low-frequency exposure safety guidelines recommended by international regulatory committees. The subsequent analyses suggest essential scientific basis for the update and revision of the existing exposure limits. Practical exposure scenarios (e.g., magnetic resonant wireless power transfer) are investigated with novel assessment techniques. Subsequently, a computer-aided optimization scheme based on network-distributed genetic algorithms is applied to highly detailed numerical mobile phone model and human body phantoms. The investigated optimization technique is proven to be superior than traditional empirical approaches. Finally, the CEMC techniques are applied in the context of non-dosimetry related engineering design environment by investigating the integration of a miniature loudspeaker (acoustic component) and a mobile device antenna (radio frequency component). Based on simulation and measurement data, the coupling mechanisms are determined to establish the fundamental design guidelines for optimum antenna-speaker co-existence and performance. In summary, this thesis details several novel applications of CEMC in the most stringent and complex industrial design environments. The presented research findings serve as indispensable basis for future research oriented towards the exposure-compliant and electromagnetic- compatible designs for novel wireless technologies.

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