Cote notes that lightning protection industry members predominantly adhere to the traditional 'Franklin rod' type of system covered by NFPA 780. From that group has evolved proponents of 'early ...

PART 2: Enhanced Lightning Protection Solution Before considering the effective lightning protection of a PV system, we first need to understand the common types of lightning strikes.

Few events are as awesome as witnessing a lightning strike or seeing the damage it can produce. Nevertheless, when the subject is lightning protection systems, some of the most recent drama has been ...

Electrical substations utilize direct lightning stroke shielding to help ensure proper operation, and to prevent costly damages and extended outages. While modern substation designs and equipment ...

While tree lightning protection systems are intended to preserve trees, they may have the side benefit of reducing side flash to nearby structures and can lessen the effects of step voltage.

The type of lightning protection used on a tower or antenna depends on the application — many Ham Radio operators use lightning arresters to protect their equipment.

What actually protects your home from lightning? The answer? According to the National Lightning Safety Council, a properly installed Lightning Protection System (LPS) is your best defense.

New direct lightning protection design for east-west rooftop PV systems Scientists in the Emirates have developed a novel lightning mast layout that reportedly eliminates shading effect on PV panels.

Brazilian researchers captured on camera the brief moment when lightning rods on buildings released an upward discharge to attract incoming lightning.

You may not terminate the lightning protection system conductors on the premises grounding electrode conductor. Any termination of lightning protection system conductors on a premises grounding ...