Abstract: A mobile microwave system and method for controlling the growth of weeds present in soils, such as those of agricultural fields includes a microwave unit having a microwave generator for generating microwaves within a frequency range suitable for controlling weed growth. A phased array antenna system includes a plurality of antenna elements for emitting a focused microwave beam within a target area. At least one controllable phase shifter is coupled between the microwave unit and the plurality of antenna elements. The phase shifter is configured for shifting a microwave phase of a part of the microwaves in order to adjust a direction of the emitted microwave beam. The microwave beam direction is steerable to align the target area with a position of a target weed plant. The system is mountable to a vehicle or includes a drive for moving the system.

Abstract: A device and method for heating multiple prepared meals simultaneously, consisting of a heating unit (1) with at least one cavity (4), provided with at least one microwave generator (5) which enables to couple a transporting unit (7) and a partition panel (17), consisting of U-shaped profiles at its extremities, positioned vertically with the open legs (21a, b) opposite to each other in order to create a slot (22) for inserting a non-conductive serving tray (23).

Abstract: The present invention relates to an arrangement for sintering a ceramic body, the arrangement including: an applicator defining a monomode microwave heating chamber; a thermal insulation structure disposed within the chamber; a susceptor disposed within the thermal insulation structure having a lower microwave coupling temperature than the ceramic body; the ceramic body arranged adjacent to the susceptor; a magnetron; and a temperature measurement device. Related methods are also described.