Tard!!! lightning is actually triggered by the aircraft in heavily-charged clouds, in which case the lightning originates on the plane and flows away.
So, lightning *will* go odd places, seemingly ignoring metal objects, because there is a better and lower impedance path nearby. That's how you get cloud to cloud and earth *to* cloud strikes. Fortunately, the metal frame of the aircraft is always the lowest impedance path.
Actually, you're safe from both what is called the "Faraday Cage" effect and the fact the the contents are not an attractive impedance. Lightning does not "go to earth", and the lowest impedance is the "path of least resistance". Lightning is more like a blast from a Tesla coil in that respect. It is high energy *RF* current at that point due to all the "breaks" and "streamers" that make it up.
so then why when you put your hand on eletricity it shocks you? like hand in electrified water or maybe using a fork to turn up the television set because the volume button is broken? haha xD
quick version...lightning strikes the fuselage but all aircraft are grounded (obvious design as aircraft travel...in the air)..conductors are on board aircraft...on some types u can see these conductors trailing at the ends of the wings...perfect example of this is the Boeing 707 and the earlier models of the 747.
ummm, i don't think it is correct to say that aicraft are grounded. its like the vid-guy said, they are conductive(metal). so its just in one side and out the other (path of least resistance) But just wait for the future when they start to use composites and polymers to make planes(much lower conductivity potential than metal) Can you guess the outcome? boom!
Well for those of us with functioning brains, explaining a scientific phenomenon is an interesting and enjoyable experience, and can be achieved in a relatively short space of time. Which is something your brain clearly can't comprehend.
Airplanes are designed to to take lightning strikes like that, this is done by connecting the aircraft control surfaces to the airframe structure with bonding straps since the hinges arent good conducters. There are wires at the wingtips and tail of the plane wich are called static wicks wich help dissipate that electrical energy into the air. I know this cause I am a certified lisenced A&P.
Check out you fags calling this kid gay just because he's smarter than all of you.
Fact is, to receive certification of being airworthy, aircraft have to undergo rigorous testing. Planes must bear 200,000 amps of current - an average lightning strike is 30,000 amps, only 15% of what a plane can withstand.
Stupid fuckers - did you think airplane manufacturers have never considered this possibility before?
hmmm, yes very interesting... the plane wasn't connected to earth, yes, very interesting.... can you explain to us why you are so ravingly homosexual?
Brian Burrows is a lightning consultant who assists the airplane manufacturers. He says that, although some planes such as the Eurofighter and Airbus use carbon fibre composites, it is safe if thick enough and used in conjunction with aluminium.
"It's not as good as aluminium but it's still good enough," he says.
Planes are required to withstand 200,000 amps of current - almost seven times that of the average lightning strike.
There is the possibility of it disrupting the electronic equipment on-board the aircraft though. It sepends on the severity of the strike though. And another factor is how the aircraft is wired and put together.
Alright dude. I'm not going explain myself anymore just refer to what I posted about the original video and you will understand that I do in fact know what I'm talking about. Go check out what I posted and then if you still have any complaints e-mail me or something.
Tard!!! lightning is actually triggered by the aircraft in heavily-charged clouds, in which case the lightning originates on the plane and flows away.
tigerinthetrees 2 years ago
Er....you know that Lightning strikes from the ground up right?
senorpibb 3 years ago
hmm
Fwells2 3 years ago
So, lightning *will* go odd places, seemingly ignoring metal objects, because there is a better and lower impedance path nearby. That's how you get cloud to cloud and earth *to* cloud strikes. Fortunately, the metal frame of the aircraft is always the lowest impedance path.
RyuDarragh 3 years ago
Actually, you're safe from both what is called the "Faraday Cage" effect and the fact the the contents are not an attractive impedance. Lightning does not "go to earth", and the lowest impedance is the "path of least resistance". Lightning is more like a blast from a Tesla coil in that respect. It is high energy *RF* current at that point due to all the "breaks" and "streamers" that make it up.
RyuDarragh 3 years ago
thanks dude. made me less scared cus i gotta fly soon.
ACIDbeanZ 3 years ago
lol
CanadianSushi828 3 years ago
...? just what are you implying?
CanadianSushi828 3 years ago
MOST POINTLESS VIDEO IN ALL OF THE LAND. I'd rather be plucking hairs off my back
grn25 3 years ago
I wish you people would stop being so damn ignorant! Bunch of idiots!
padude64 3 years ago 2
are you saying we need protection against the ground?
CanadianSushi828 3 years ago
so then why when you put your hand on eletricity it shocks you? like hand in electrified water or maybe using a fork to turn up the television set because the volume button is broken? haha xD
Tutchmydog 3 years ago
thats really cool i couldnt think that much
theserealbox 3 years ago
clever dude.
leej9444 3 years ago
is this a girl??
or the next ryan seigrist???
j00m00r 3 years ago
....does it sound like a girl you dumbass?...He looks like a pretty smart dude to me...
Stormchaser2be 3 years ago
NO!!
gohummers 3 years ago
If you don't like it Gillette100 then go away and die.
craig7653 3 years ago
FUCK YOU!
Gillette100 3 years ago
What is wrong with you. What a knob. Let the lad explain.
craig7653 3 years ago
your an ass for no reason
djtj1216 3 years ago
shut up.
jayriley2021 4 years ago
smart boy.
warminator 4 years ago
Thanx for the explaination. I just watched the Quantis plane video and was wondering why it didn't fry the plane.
lateintheday2007 4 years ago
good explanation by the way.
dave46563 4 years ago
quick version...lightning strikes the fuselage but all aircraft are grounded (obvious design as aircraft travel...in the air)..conductors are on board aircraft...on some types u can see these conductors trailing at the ends of the wings...perfect example of this is the Boeing 707 and the earlier models of the 747.
dave46563 4 years ago
ummm, i don't think it is correct to say that aicraft are grounded. its like the vid-guy said, they are conductive(metal). so its just in one side and out the other (path of least resistance) But just wait for the future when they start to use composites and polymers to make planes(much lower conductivity potential than metal) Can you guess the outcome? boom!
NoWattz 4 years ago
I wasn't even paying attention but LOVE the accent.
shonda337 4 years ago
i luv ur accent
tuximo 4 years ago
finally not a laggy or pixilated VCDU. nice explanation 2. The next Einstein.
mastercheif24 4 years ago
Lol. I have no idea what he was talking about. XD
pikachu34652 4 years ago
E=MC2
ml21206 4 years ago
thanks for leting me know, doctor. peabody
turdlinger5000 4 years ago 2
lol dont be mean lol
xxNATALIAxxNATALIAxx 4 years ago
how long did u spend on this little matter of a plane getting struck by lighting?
YOU OBVIOUSLY HAVE NO LIFE AT ALL
tuckerisaacs 4 years ago
i wouldnt be talking. He can talk about what ever he wants and you basicly have no rights saying that he has no life.
mastercheif24 4 years ago
Well for those of us with functioning brains, explaining a scientific phenomenon is an interesting and enjoyable experience, and can be achieved in a relatively short space of time. Which is something your brain clearly can't comprehend.
monkeymily 4 years ago
Airplanes are designed to to take lightning strikes like that, this is done by connecting the aircraft control surfaces to the airframe structure with bonding straps since the hinges arent good conducters. There are wires at the wingtips and tail of the plane wich are called static wicks wich help dissipate that electrical energy into the air. I know this cause I am a certified lisenced A&P.
sicosis22 4 years ago 4
Check out you fags calling this kid gay just because he's smarter than all of you.
Fact is, to receive certification of being airworthy, aircraft have to undergo rigorous testing. Planes must bear 200,000 amps of current - an average lightning strike is 30,000 amps, only 15% of what a plane can withstand.
Stupid fuckers - did you think airplane manufacturers have never considered this possibility before?
rovibe 4 years ago
Good explination kid but don't seem so geeky.
FlyingCC 4 years ago
bla bla bla nobody cares.
here is an old saying 4 u,
TAKE IT DEEP
massoonmann 4 years ago
hmmm, yes very interesting... the plane wasn't connected to earth, yes, very interesting.... can you explain to us why you are so ravingly homosexual?
weefeatures 4 years ago
and why dont u explain why ur a dick?
:/
monsteronm 4 years ago
why r u a dick?
:/
monsteronm 4 years ago
so i can stick myself inside your mother :)
weefeatures 3 years ago
lol
scphotos07 3 years ago
smart kid indeed... no, sure, it would crash when hit by lightning!! THAT'S WHY IT DIDN'T!
Mirage370 4 years ago 3
Smart kid
davidadurr 4 years ago
Yes, electricity will tend to follow the path of least resistance.
USP1986 4 years ago
even tho i knew all of dis, nice job xD
atomdragon4 4 years ago
I wonder what will happen when one of the new Boeing 787s with its carbon fibre fuselage gets hit by lightning?
mddawson1 4 years ago 6
Brian Burrows is a lightning consultant who assists the airplane manufacturers. He says that, although some planes such as the Eurofighter and Airbus use carbon fibre composites, it is safe if thick enough and used in conjunction with aluminium.
"It's not as good as aluminium but it's still good enough," he says.
Planes are required to withstand 200,000 amps of current - almost seven times that of the average lightning strike.
rovibe 4 years ago
wt a fukin gimp u r ha ha
spencedoggydogg 4 years ago
but sometimes the lightning doesnt come from the sky,
but comes from the ground and try's to find the way to the clouds
frisianskingirl 4 years ago 2
Phew, that's a plane fear off my mind!
ELOM15 4 years ago
There is the possibility of it disrupting the electronic equipment on-board the aircraft though. It sepends on the severity of the strike though. And another factor is how the aircraft is wired and put together.
EvanM2007 4 years ago
did you get that info out of a crackerjack box?
the electricity is going through the hull, nothing inside will be affected. and you wont notice it either like wk2315a thought.
loocow 4 years ago
Alright dude. I'm not going explain myself anymore just refer to what I posted about the original video and you will understand that I do in fact know what I'm talking about. Go check out what I posted and then if you still have any complaints e-mail me or something.
EvanM2007 4 years ago
Yeah, right, but you can feel something when it hits a plane, you can feen the tension, same goes for in a car.
wk2315a 4 years ago
Nice info
kdking1 4 years ago