Citation

ten Duis HJ, Klasen HJ, Nijsten MW, Pietronero L. Burns 1987; 13(2): 141-146.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1987, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

3580938

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.

Language: en