EMP susceptibility insights from aircraft exposure to lightning

Examines the interactions of natural lightning and the nuclear electromagnetic pulse (EMP) with aircraft. The propositions that one can use normal exposure to lightning to provide information on EMP protection, and deliberate exposure to lightning to test EMP protection are evaluated. The rarity of...

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Published in:IEEE transactions on electromagnetic compatibility 1988-11, Vol.30 (4), p.463-472
Main Authors: Nanevicz, J.E., Vance, E.F., Radasky, W., Uman, M.A., Soper, G.K., Ma Pierre, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aerospace electronics
Aircraft
Electromagnetic fields
Electromagnetic transients
EMP radiation effects
Feedback
Frequency
Lightning
Protection
System testing
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Summary:Examines the interactions of natural lightning and the nuclear electromagnetic pulse (EMP) with aircraft. The propositions that one can use normal exposure to lightning to provide information on EMP protection, and deliberate exposure to lightning to test EMP protection are evaluated. The rarity of encountering lightning, its random occurrence and variability (necessitating extensive onboard instrumentation), and its apparent deficiency in energy at the high frequencies make the use of lightning for an EMP surveillance or test impractical.< >
ISSN:0018-9375
1558-187X
DOI:10.1109/15.8760