Method and apparatus for the artificial triggering of lightning

Details Method and apparatus for the artificial triggering of lightning Method and apparatus for the artificial triggering of lightning

1998-05-29

2000-01-11

Oen, William

Measuring and testing

Meteorology

Electric disturbance

G01W 100

Patent

active

060123303

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus is described whereby lightning within thunderheads and other cloud formations may be triggered in such a way as to minimize damage to surrounding structures and persons. The system consists of a high-pressure pump, accumulator, electrically actuated fast-valve and triggering system. In operation, through manual or automatic control, a high-pressure jet of water, which is rendered electrically conductive by traces of a solute such as salt or acid, is directed upward toward a threatening cloud. The high-conductivity swath of the water jet will act as a path for the discharge of lightning to the jet nozzle. In this method, lightning strikes may be diverted from sensitive areas to the apparatus.

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