Instantaneous measurements of the electromagnetic field (EMF) strength do not reflect the maximum exposure levels possible in a given location. An extrapolation factor needs to be applied to the measurements before comparing them against the local exposure guidelines or recommendations for compliance evaluation. For the fifth generation (5G) networks, a standardized approach for extrapolating EMF values is yet to be defined. This work provides an overview of the state-of-the-art research that focuses on estimating the maximum EMF exposure caused by radiation from 5G base stations. It also considers current efforts by national and international organizations to establish standardized methods for extrapolating the EMF measurements which is necessary in investigating conformance with the EMF guidelines and regulations.

翻译：瞬时电磁场（EMF）强度测量结果无法反映特定位置可能达到的最大暴露水平。在将测量值与当地暴露指南或合规评估建议进行比较之前，需要应用外推因子。对于第五代（5G）网络，用于外推EMF值的标准化方法尚未确定。本文概述了聚焦于估算5G基站辐射引起的最大EMF暴露的最新研究进展，同时梳理了国内外组织为建立EMF测量外推标准化方法所做的当前工作——这对验证是否符合EMF指南与法规要求至关重要。