Direct Effects

 

The heating and magnetic forces produced by the high currents of a lightning strike can cause structural damage (direct effects) and the associated electric and magnetic fields can induce transients which may damage or disrupt electrical equipment (indirect effects).

 

Operators of systems which are critical to safety need to know that these functions will not be jeopardised by lightning effects. Lightning damage may also lead to expensive downtime and repairs.

 

Culham Lightning staff have more than 20 years experience in lightning protection through consultancy, testing and analysis and are world-recognised authorities in the field.

 

We help you meet increasingly demanding regulatory requirements and will advise on all stages of aircraft certification, through design, testing and analysis.

 

APPLICATION AREAS

 

• Aircraft structures
• Aircraft fuel systems
• Avionic and electrical systems
• Telecommunications and aerials (air and ground)
• Wind turbine generators
• Buildings, plant and networks

 

HOW WE OPERATE

 

• Testing or design/testing consultancy at Culham Lightning
• Mobile test kit for whole aircraft or fixed equipment testing at customers' premises
• Consultancy at customers' premises

 

For enquiries on these subjects please contact info@culham.com

 

Telephone +44 (0) 1865 408 408