Lightning Physics and Lightning Protection

By Yuri P Raizer, Eduard M. Bazelyan, Yuri P. Raizer, et al.

Book Overview

A clear, straightforward, and systematic presentation of complicated material, this resource provides deep insight into the physics of lightning, simple analytical estimates, and a detailed illustration of effects by computer simulation. This comprehensive and up-to-date review of lightning also includes its hazards and protection techniques. The authors examine conventional protective measures and supply technical advice and practical recommendations. They also discuss the initiation of a leader, lightning discharge processes, the effects of high-altitude constructions on lightning trajectory and leader attraction, lightning's electrical and magnetic fields, and underground communications. The book includes measurements useful for understanding lightning and its effects as well.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367399040
• ISBN13: 9780367399047
• Release Date: September 2019
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 325 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"