Modelling of Lightning Discharge Patterns as Observed from Space
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Thunderstorms are an integral component in the Earth's atmospheric system and have profound influence on a variety of industries. Specifically, the occurrence of lightning discharges has many negative effects, including disturbances on power lines, the commencement of forest fires and the delay of aircraft missions. Consequently, modelling the patterns of lightning discharges is intended to provide insight into the thunderstorm processes, and may lead to their improved prediction. This paper examines the current progress in the development of lightning models, both at the microphysical and abstracted numerical levels. In addition, a new mathematical model using percolation theory to represent thunderstorm images which were obtained through space shuttle videos is derived and evaluated.
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