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The rapid expansion of wireless communication technologies has heightened public concerns regarding potential health risks associated with exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF). The introduction of 5G networks has further amplified these concerns, prompting extensive research into EMF exposure levels . This study aims to evaluate RF-EMF exposure in densely populated urban areas, with a particular focus on key public locations in Paris, including shopping malls, covered markets, and public transportation hubs, all of which experience high daily foot traffic. The assessment encompasses six major shopping centers, ten of the most frequented covered markets, the busiest public transport routes, and nine train stations within Paris. Previous studies have already investigated the downlink (DL) exposure levels in these environments. In this work, we shift our focus to the uplink (UL) exposure emitted from bystanders in these locations.
In the following, the details of the measurement campaign will be first outlined. Then, a comprehensive analysis of different wireless technologies, including 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G, across various scenarios will be given. Finally, the correlation between UL and DL exposure levels is studied. This study leverages data collected across multiple urban settings and frequency bands to provide a comprehensive understanding of RF-EMF exposure contributed by bystanders in public spaces.
