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Application Note 10
Lightning protection
Lightning is caused by static
electricity building up in the atmosphere to the level at which flash-over
occurs. Discharges between clouds are spectacular, but not a major cause
of damage. Discharges to ground, however, can release vast amounts of
energy and cause extensive damage. Since these discharges take the path
of least resistance, they are more prevalent on elevated, moist ground,
and are attracted
to high points such as masts.
Unfortunately, these are often the locations needed for telemetry systems, which
often monitor reservoirs that are by necessity located on high ground. The aerials
of radio outstations are particularly vulnerable. This document describes the
precautions that can be taken to minimise the risk of damage..
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