To this day, in 2023, 831,251,347 lightning strikes were recorded worldwide. This number includes cloud-to-cloud lightning and cloud-to-ground discharges. The country with the highest lightning density was Singapore, with 163.08 strikes per Km2.
Environmental monitoring posts play a crucial role in protecting natural resources of great ecological value. Due to their characteristics, as they are located at a height and in open areas, they are extremely sensitive to the effects of a thunderstorm, which can endanger both the infrastructure and the safety of workers.
Lightning protection of satellite and spacecraft launch platforms is essential. We recently discussed the importance of preventive protection for the authorisation of rocket launches. In this article we will discuss engineering of protection against direct or near impacts by means of external and internal protection.
A lightning rod is an interception system that has the aim of intercepting atmospheric electric discharges and conducting them safely to earth. It is installed on any building or structure to prevent lightning from causing harm to people.
