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⚡ Thundercloud Charge Lab 2D: Field Cross-Section, Breakdown Threshold and Flash Rate

2D cross-section of a charged thundercloud: ground image charges, field lines, breakdown thresholds, stepped leader and the charge relaxation cycle.

Physics & Mechanics2DModerate60 FPS📱 Mobile-adapted⇄ 3D version

⚙ Under the hood

2D companion of the Lightning Charge Lab: a charged thundercloud with ground image charges, electric-field lines, height-dependent breakdown thresholds, a stepped leader and the charge-relaxation flash cycle.

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2D · HTML5 Canvas 2D · 60 FPS target · runs fully client-side, no install