Florida is the state where lightning strikes, and it is more than twice. With summer bringing multiple thunderstorms weekly the chances for tree damage are quite possible. Lightning protection systems ...

Residential PV systems are generally installed on the rooftop of residential buildings, with a large metal surface area, higher distance from the ground and an exposed location. Such PV systems are ...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - It may not seem like it, but lightning can be a serious threat to homes, businesses and safety. Every year in the U.S. there are numerous lightning-related insurance claims ...

Lightning protection in photovoltaic (PV) systems is a critical area of study as these installations are increasingly exposed to atmospheric discharges that can substantially disrupt energy production ...

Standing hundreds of feet above ground, wind turbines—like tall trees, buildings, and telephone poles—are easy targets for lightning. Just by virtue of their height, they will get struck. Lightning ...

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 make ...

MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lightning poses significant fire risks to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), causing billions of dollars in damage annually, according to the Insurance ...

Over the centuries, people have developed numerous ways to protect themselves, their homes, and their property from lightning strikes. As arborists in North Florida, one of our major concerns is ...

Scientists in the Emirates have developed a novel lightning mast layout that reportedly eliminates shading effect on PV panels. The proposed approach also addresses earth grid requirements under ...

Above: An autonomous vehicle that deploys a conducting cable in wind turbine blades to determine lightning protection system continuity and reduce maintenance costs. Wind turbines are potential ...

The contractor of the U.S. military’s F-35 Joint Strike Fighter paused deliveries in early June for three weeks to investigate damage on the system that protects the aircraft’s engine from lightning ...