Modeling of lightning

In this paper, transmission line theory is used to model the current waveform in a lightning flash to ground. By adjusting the resistance, inductance, capacitance, and the initial voltage distribution within the channel all within reasonable limits, we are able to construct waveforms with rise times...

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Published in:Mathematics and computers in simulation 1987-04, Vol.29 (2), p.107-118
Main Author: Quinn, Dennis W.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:In this paper, transmission line theory is used to model the current waveform in a lightning flash to ground. By adjusting the resistance, inductance, capacitance, and the initial voltage distribution within the channel all within reasonable limits, we are able to construct waveforms with rise times of between 1 and 10 μ s and times to one half of peak value of between 10 and 250 μ s. These waveforms may then be used to compute electrical and magnetic fields to determine indirect as well as direct effects on electrical and electronic equipment.
ISSN:0378-4754
1872-7166
DOI:10.1016/0378-4754(87)90101-7