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Safety Monitoring and Risk Assessment System for 5G and Future Radiofrequency Exposure

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Imagine a digital safety shield that monitors the invisible waves from our phones and Wi-Fi to make sure they don't hurt us. It uses smart computer models to predict how these waves hit different parts of the body, like the head or torso. This helps create a clear rulebook for where and how to place antennas to keep people safe.

By the numbers
7,559,039
EU Contribution in EUR
22
Total Partners
11
Countries involved
The business problem

What needed solving

Companies deploying 5G and future RF technologies face strict regulatory hurdles and public health concerns regarding EMF exposure. There is a lack of standardized, evidence-based tools to prove that new frequency bands are safe for citizens in real-world settings.

The solution

What was built

An improved EM solver (ERMES) for body-part simulation up to FR2 bands and a 5G compliant signal generator for emulative scenarios.

Audience

Who needs this

Telecom network operatorsEMF safety certification bodiesUrban infrastructure plannersOccupational health consultants
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Telecommunications
enterprise
Target: 5G Infrastructure Provider

If you are a 5G Infrastructure Provider dealing with public health concerns and strict safety laws — this project developed simulation tools for FR1 and FR2 bands that ensure network coverage stays within legal exposure limits.

Occupational Health and Safety
SME
Target: Workplace Safety Auditor

If you are a Workplace Safety Auditor dealing with the risk of high-frequency EMF exposure in industrial settings — this project developed a validated risk assessment tool that provides evidence-based safety data for occupational environments.

Urban Planning
mid-size
Target: Smart City Developer

If you are a Smart City Developer dealing with the placement of thousands of small cells in dense areas — this project developed an urban grid simulation based on a modified Madrid grid to analyze exposure for multiple users in real-time.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or price for implementing these tools?

Based on available project data, no specific pricing or commercial cost for the tools is mentioned; the project is funded by an EU contribution of EUR 7,559,039.

Can this be scaled to an industrial level?

The project uses a modified Madrid grid to simulate full urban environments and multiple users, suggesting the capacity for city-scale application.

How is the IP and licensing handled for the ERMES solver?

Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not provided, but the project aims to provide FAIR data through the NextGEM Innovation and Knowledge Hub.

Does this help with government compliance?

Yes, the system is designed to ensure EMF exposure is in line with the regulations and laws of public authorities.

What is the timeline for deployment?

The project period runs from 2022-07-01 to 2026-06-30, indicating it is currently in the development and validation phase.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is well-balanced for technology transfer, featuring 22 partners across 11 countries. With an industry ratio of 27% (6 industrial partners, including 2 SMEs), there is a strong link between the 14 academic/research entities and the commercial market, ensuring that the developed EMF tools are grounded in practical business needs.

How to reach the team

Contact IDRYMA TECHNOLOGIAS KAI EREVNAS in Greece

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing opportunities for the ERMES EM solver.

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