Electric Cars & EMF Radiation – Do Teslas Have High EMF Levels?
Tesla Energy Output
The energy produced by Tesla comes from energy cells that are similar to that of most laptops and tablets – the 18650 cylindrical format, but just on a much larger scale. What makes Tesla stand out from other electric cars on the market is its range. The vehicle covers more ground than many other electric vehicles due to the use Nickel-Cobalt-Aluminum-Lithium chemistry of the energy cells, which means that they have around 50% more energy than other vehicles working with different batteries.
While this does make the car more sustainable and increases its performance, it does mean that the EMF radiation coming from the cells is higher. This is especially worrying when we consider that they are usually placed underneath the car, stretching the entire length of it. Due to the close proximity to the driver and passengers, it can lead to increased exposure.
Research backs up these concerns – Dr Joel Moskowitz, who is Director of the Center for Family and Community Health within the University of California Berkeley, stated that due to the increased levels of ELF emitted from hybrid and electric cars, there is a concern that they could cause cancer. Additionally, further research into the impact of exposure of ELF radiation over time has found that it has an impact on fertility, can lead to depression and increase stress levels within the body.
Batteries
The batteries that power Teslas also emit EMF radiation. The car has large AC batteries located at the front, rear or bottom of the car, depending on the model. These batteries do emit EMF radiation and can affect those who are sensitive to it. If you are considering buying a Tesla, check where the battery in the model you are considering is located, as the further away you are from it when driving, the better. In most electric cars, users are far enough away from the battery to not feel any adverse effects from the EMF radiation as the radiation from this power source does not travel a great distance.
It is, however, important to note that car batteries are not exclusively in electric cars – every traditional petrol or diesel car will also have a battery. The difference is that these batteries are DC batteries rather than AC, with the power coming from a chemical reaction inside of them. They do not usually emit EMF radiation, making the risks significantly lower with a normal car, however, there is a strong surge of DC voltage when the vehicle is switched on.
Metal Car Frame
When you are sitting in a car, you will notice that you are effectively encased within a metal cage unless the car is a soft-top or convertible. A Tesla is no different, and this metal casing is conductive, acting like a Faraday cage. This means that radiation from the outside finds it harder to get in, but radiation from the car and the insides find it difficult to escape. This means that radiation on the inside simply moves around the car, becoming magnified and absorbed by the driver and passengers.
This is not just a problem with Teslas, however, but is an issue with normal cars, underground trains, trains, planes and even some buildings encased in conductive materials.
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