%0 Journal Article
%T Superficial lightning injuries--their "fractal" shape and origin
%J Burns: journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
%D 1987
%A ten Duis, H. J.
%A Klasen, H. J.
%A Nijsten, M. W.
%A Pietronero, L.
%V 13
%N 2
%P 141-146
%X The origin of superficial lightning burns was studied. A recently developed mathematical model was invoked to identify fern-shaped burns as 'so-called' fractals. On the basis of this model and discharge experiments, we conclude that 'fractal burns' are caused by surface discharges of a positive polarity. The recognition of such burns can help to elucidate the type and mechanism of the lightning strike.<p /><p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Elsevier Publishing
%@ 0305-4179
%U http://dx.doi.org/