Topic: A POWERFUL LASER IN THE SKY HELPS DIVERT LIGHTNING STRIKE

Important for Subject: Science &Technology A lasers power can grab the lightning bolt and redirect its path across the sky.

What is the process?

·         The strong laser directed at the sky could result in an real lightning rod and alter the direction that lightning strike.

·         Functioning in the role of a virtual moveable rod an laser beamdirected toward the sky might provide a different option.

·         The concept of using high-intensity laser pulses to direct lightning strikers has previously studied in laboratory conditions.

·         However, there is no field test that was previously reported to demonstrate the lasers guiding lightning.

·         The findings of the researchers were verified using the high frequency electromagnetic wave created by lightning to identify the lightning strikes.

·         A greater detection rate of X-ray bursts during the strikes also proved that they were successful in guiding. One strike was recorded directly by high-speed cameras and showed to follow the lasers direction for more than 50 metres.

·         The research findings could help to improve lightning protection strategies for vital infrastructure, including airports, power stations, as well as launch pad launches.