Journal of Microwave Power and Electromagnetic Energy (JMPEE)
TITLE	Microwave Thawing of Frozen Soil [PDF]
AUTHORS	M. Hamid 1982 17 3 167-174
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Abstract The design and performance of a novel microwave power applicator are described for thawing frozen soils and similar outdoors applications in the construction industry. The applicator consists of an H-plane horn reflector terminated by a corrugated flange. Results of preliminary laboratory tests at low and high power levels indicate that a corrugated flange is quite effective for reducing the leakage level and that the overall applicator is satisfactory for further development to reduce the thawing time of frozen soils and to accelerate new construction in severe winter climates or maintenance of existing roads and pavements.