QGIS calculation method for evaluation of ELF electromagnetic field exposure of general public due to overhead power lines

摘要

A calculation model (applying Gmsh and GetDP) and QGIS plug-in for simulating magnetic field contours of overhead power lines is presented. This model enables the estimation of the ELF exposure of the general population, relevant to environmental and urban planning, and can take into account future changes in the power grid. Simulations are validated with measurements and demonstrated for the region of Flanders, Belgium.