access icon openaccess Features of multi-fractal structure of high-altitude lightning discharges in the ionosphere: elves, jets, sprites

Physical properties of elves, jets and sprites, which are the most interesting types of high-attitude discharges in the atmosphere, are considered in the work. The results of researches of its fractal characteristics are presented. The obtained results give grounds for a deeper insight of development, relaxation of such atmosphere processes and taking into account of their action on radio systems.

Inspec keywords: ionosphere; fractals; sprites; lightning; lightning protection

Other keywords: high-attitude discharges; fractal characteristics; interesting types; sprites; jets; multifractal structure; ionosphere; high-altitude lightning discharges; atmosphere processes

Subjects: Numerical analysis; Atmospheric electricity; Fractals; Cloud physics; Atmospheric storms; Airglow, nightglow, and geocorona; Health and safety aspects; Aerospace industry; Mechanical components

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