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In response to
"US army heat-ray gun in Afghanistan"
by
Danedukenuuk
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Basically, they penetrate most types of clothing because the waves are just really small.
Posted by
mara
Jul 18 '10, 06:33
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"The system uses electromagnetic millimeter waves, which can penetrate only 1/64th of an inch of skin, just enough to cause discomfort. By comparison, microwaves used in the common kitchen appliance penetrate several inches of flesh.
"The millimeter waves cannot go through walls, but they can penetrate most clothing, officials said. They refused to comment on whether the waves can go through glass."
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