Topics

Lightning and Electrostatic Phenomenology

• Electrostatic Phenomena and Problems
• Lightning Phenomenology
• Stratospheric Electrical Phenomena
• Advancements in Lightning Phenomenology

Lightning Interactions

• Lightning Attachment Mechanisms and Zoning
• Lightning at Sea
• Interactions with Camps, Caravan Parks and other Recreational Facilities
• Interactions with Fuel Storage Facilities
• Damage and Induced Effects Mechanisms

Electrostatic and other Pulsed Threat Interactions

• Damage Effects
• Effects on Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Static Electricity

Modelling and Simulation

• Lightning Attachment Zoning
• Induced Effects Predictions
• Direct Effects Modelling
• Modeling Technologies, Methods and Techniques
• Numerical Simulation

Lightning Protection of Structures and Materials

• Effects on Fibreglass and other Dielectric Structures
• Effects on Carbon Fibre Reinforced Structures
• Lightning Direct Effects Protection (aircraft, composite structures, buildings, wind turbines)
• General Materials Protection
• Other Aspects of Direct Effects Protection (Current/Energy Density Management, Magnetic Forces, etc.)
• Aircraft Integral Fuel Tank Protection Design

Lightning Protection of Electrical and Electronic Systems

• Lightning Protection of Electrical/Electronic Systems/Equipment
• Lightning Susceptibility of New Systems
• Space Launch and Recovery Facilities
• Space Vehicles

Lightning Protection of Fuel Storage and Transport Systems

• Fuel Vapour Ignition Sources and Sensitivities
• Fuel Tank Protection
• Fuel Management System Protection
• Fuel Storage Facilities Protection

Lightning Protection of Industrial, Commercial and Recreational Facilities

• Communication Systems and Networks
• Railway Vehicles and Systems
• Ships
• Buildings
• Recreational Buildings, Sites, Arenas, etc

Protection Verification and Testing

• Qualification and Clearance (test and simulation)
• Testing of Components, Equipment, Systems and Vehicles
• Test Planning and Setup Design
• Ignition Source Detection Methods
• Electronic Equipment Tests
• Electronic System Tests
• Electrostatic Testing
• Lightning Test Methods

Standards and Specifications

• SAE and EUROCAE Standards and Advisory Material for Aircraft
• Airworthiness Certification Authority Regulations
• IEC and Industry Standards for Wind Turbines and Industrial Electronics
• Developments in Standards for Protection of Buildings and facilities

Keraunic Medicine

• Lightning Injuries
• Clinical and Psychological Care
• Physiological and Non-electrical Effects of Lightning
• Protection
• Physiological Effects to Aircrew

Lightning Detection and Warning

• Lightning Prediction Warning and Mapping Systems
• Active Protection

In-Service Experience

• Lightning Incident Investigation
• Service Experience and Statistics
• Service Experience of Strikes, Damage and Repair
• Lightning Interaction with Ground Transport Systems
• Lightning Protection Maintenance and Continued Airworthiness
• Damage to Power and Signal Cable System