Siemens GPS1000 Radio Clock 2XV9450-1AR82 User Manual
User Manual SICLOCK GPS1000
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Version 1.0
Order number 2XV9450-1AR82-BA
4.2.
Parts of buildings in danger of being struck by lightning
The determination of potential areas in danger of being struck by lightning can be done in a very simple way by
conjuring up a mental picture of the ball of lightning rolling over all the surfaces and edges of the building to be
examined (see
conjuring up a mental picture of the ball of lightning rolling over all the surfaces and edges of the building to be
examined (see
Fig 7
and
Fig 8
).
All areas, where the ball of lightning touches surfaces or edges, are in danger of being struck by lightning
(shown in red).
(shown in red).
Fig 7: Determination of potential areas where lightning could strike (normal buildings)
Fig 8: Determination of potential areas where lightning could strike (industrial building)