Animal Skin Attenuation in the Millimeter Wave Spectrum

The amount of millimeter-wave radiation which is absorbed or transmitted through pig skin is investigated. Millimeter waves are currently used in a range of technologies, including communication systems, fog-penetrating radar, and the detection of hidden weapons or drugs. They have also been proposed for use in non-lethal weaponry and, more recently, in targeted cancer therapies. Since pigs are often used as biological models for humans, determining how deeply millimeter waves penetrate a pig’s skin and influence the underlying tissues is essential for understanding their potential effects on humans. This experimental study aims to quantify that penetration and associated energy loss.