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ComputerJoe
#1 Posted : Tuesday, November 25, 2008 12:51:03 AM(UTC)
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I have seen more than a couple of radar antenna's mounted directly to the cockpit roof. On my BigM that would put the radar antenna exactally at eye level. Since I have heard that microwave ovens are basically radar transmitters I opted to create a radar arch that would put the antenna over the heads of those standing on the weather deck.

Now my question is:
Does a modern day radar emit enought microwaves to cook the little gray cells residing behind the eyes? And if this is so, could it be the reason for our various afflictions?
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#2 Posted : Tuesday, November 25, 2008 1:11:21 AM(UTC)
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That would depend on the age and make of the unit. The larger the unit the more radiation emitted. Check the installation manual, it should privide any requirements and warnings.

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#3 Posted : Monday, December 01, 2008 1:37:53 AM(UTC)
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I went and found my JRC 2000 radar manual. It has a 25 mile phased antenna aray and the following was exerpted from its manual:

"When mounting the Radome to a platform attached to a fly bridge, or superstructure, avoid placing the Radome Unit at eye level. Although the radar transmits a 2.0 kW peak power the average power radiated is less than 0.5 W. Therefore, the hazard from RF radiation levels is virtually nonexistent beyond 2 feet
from the Radome Unit. However, due to the sensitivity of the human eye, it is recommended and prudent
to install the Radome in a plane above or below the passengers line-ofsight."
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