Unless you work in the technology sector or the EPA, chances are you are not familiar with electromagnetic field (EMF) usage, what it is, what it does, and why it is important in our lives. This article will provide answers to these questions.
What is an Electromagnetic Field?
According to the EPA, an EMF is generated every time you use a mobile phone or electronic device. They are most frequently used to transfer information via a wireless device, in the case of cell phones. Microwaves also produce EMFs when they heat our food. Radio, TV, digital devices, computers, and electric appliances generate EMF. It is present every time electricity is produced in power plants and delivered to users via power lines.
Many compare EMF to the radioactive rays emitted by X-rays and other medical procedures, but the EMF found in the products we use in everyday life are very different. Most commonly used electronic devices and appliances lack the energy and power to iodize atoms or molecules the way radiation and X-rays do.
EMFs are Present in Nature:
EMFs are not just of human origin; they are present in nature.
- The Earth has a magnetic field, which is why a compass will always point north.
- EMFs are generated during lightning storms.
- EMFs are produced by the sun.
- They are also produced by our bodies.
EMFs Have Always Been Present:
The history of EMFs dates back centuries and continues through scientific discoveries and advancements in various technologies. One of the first EMFs ever observed was static electricity, which is so commonplace none of us even stop to consider the EMFs present in our clothing. The development of the electric battery was huge from a technological standpoint. Here are some key occurrences of electromagnetism according to EMFsafeliving.com.
- EMF has been present in our history, dating back to ancient empires.
- Static electricity and other magnetic properties made civilizations curious to learn more about these EMFs and how they could be used.
- The development of the electric battery, which was created by Alessandro Volta, changed the control and use of electricity.
- Two early leaders in EMFs were Dr. William Gilbert and one of our founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin, who helped define the purpose of electricity and magnetism.
Where Are We Today?
As you can see, EMF has been around forever via the sun and the earth’s movement. Early researchers like Volta and Gilbert have helped us find new ways to use EMFs. This has changed how we live in society and led to the development of many devices in the healthcare industry.
According to EMFAdvice.com, many companies have created new technologies in this sector and are is expected to grow as new technologies are developed. Companies like Aires Tech, LessEMF, Bodyshield, and 5GEXPO are all developing new technologies that are already available. We can expect to see more research and key learnings from those deep within the EMF technology industry.
