Measurement of Optical Power Radiated by Florida Lightning.
Abstract
Optical power from the lightning first return stroke has been measured using silicon and S4 photomultiplier sensors. Absolute source power and temporal characteristics were obtained. Statistical distribution of peak power, time to peak power, and signal duration are presented. Relative power radiated in the following filter bands are also shown: 725--775nm, 776--779nm, and 866--871nm. Results from this experiment are used to estimate lightning trigger rates for conceptual satellite systems with wide and narrow field of view sensors for monitoring lightning phenomena and thunderstorm activity. (AUthor)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 08, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA025320
Entities
People
- B. N. Turman
- P. R. Deabenderfer
- T. B. Cummings
Organizations
- Air Force Technical Applications Center