Relationship between lightning channel extension and charge transfer during initial continuous current and continuing current in negative artificially triggered lightning

Key Points

• Charge transfer is significantly linked to lightning channel extension in negative conditions, highlighting new insights.
• The research shows that peak charge transfer ranges during the initial continuous current can affect channel dynamics, specifically noted in negative lightning.
• Observational analysis established parameters for lightning channel extension and charge transfer behavior during specific current phases.
• This finding calls for further investigations into charge dynamics, critical for improving lightning safety measures and understanding atmospheric electricity.