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electromagnetic pulse

American  

noun

  1. EMP.


electromagnetic pulse Scientific  
  1. A pulse of intense electromagnetic radiation generated by certain physical events, especially by a nuclear explosion. The pulse includes a continuous spectrum of low frequencies and can interfere with the operation of electrical equipment.


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After carefully filtering the signal, the researchers confirmed they had detected an electromagnetic pulse measuring just 0.83 zeptojoules.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

It could require years to fit with additional security systems and upgrades required to carry the president - including the ability to withstand the electromagnetic pulse from a nuclear blast, and to refuel mid-flight.

From BBC • May 21, 2025

The current models have systems built to withstand the electromagnetic pulse of a nuclear explosion.

From BBC • May 17, 2025

In these sessions, the provider places a magnetic coil against the patient’s scalp that emits a gentle electromagnetic pulse.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2024

“Our radio communicators went dead almost immediately. Probably an electromagnetic pulse device. But I’ll get us back to camp. Give me the Holo.”

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

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