Reports, Factfiles & Briefings
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The Institution of Engineering & Technology has drawn upon the expertise of its members to produce a number of reports, factfiles and briefings on a wide range of topics, including the health effects of mobile phones, nuclear power, colour blindness, RFID, and many more.
These factfiles are designed to provide unbiased information in an informative way for IET members and the general public.
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The Institution is producing a number of case studies showcasing the contribution that engineering and the physical sciences have made to key technological developments.
- Safe Set Up at Home - advice when interconnecting mains-powered equipment
Information and Communications Technology
- Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) - updated
- IT Procurement Best Practice Guidelines
- Dates Potentially Causing Problems in Computer Systems (from the present day to 2100)
Biological Effects of Low Level Electromagnetic Fields
- Possible Health Effects of Power Lines, Mobile Phones and Base Stations
- Position Statement on the Possible Health Effects of Low Level Electromagnetic Fields
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Functional Safety
Energy & Environment - updated factfiles
- Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
- Contaminated Land - updated
- Dioxins - updated
- Distributed Generation - new
- Energy Efficiency in the Home - currently being updated
- Environmental Effects of Electricity Generation
- Fuel Cells - updated
- Nuclear Power - updated sections
- Renewable Energy
- Safe Disposal of Batteries - updated
- WEEE Directive - new
- .....full list
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