| Literature DB >> 3580938 |
H J ten Duis, H J Klasen, M W Nijsten, L Pietronero.
Abstract
The origin of superficial lightning burns was studied. A recently developed mathematical model was invoked to identify fern-shaped burns as 'so-called' fractals. On the basis of this model and discharge experiments, we conclude that 'fractal burns' are caused by surface discharges of a positive polarity. The recognition of such burns can help to elucidate the type and mechanism of the lightning strike.Mesh：
Year: 1987 PMID： 3580938 DOI： 10.1016/0305-4179(87)90104-5
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Burns Incl Therm Inj