Calculating RF range and amplitude from discharging spark gaps

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How does one calculuate/analyz RF range and amplitudes given off buy discharging spark gap.
 

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You can assume a square wave (not perfect but close) and run a Fourier analysis.
 
Discharging spark gaps are better modeled by a pulse, which ideally is composed of all frequencies.