Evaluation methodology for light sources used to illuminate highly photosensitive artwork

2022 ◽  
pp. 147715352110515
Author(s):  
Z Li ◽  
F Zhang ◽  
X Song ◽  
R Dang

Spectral energy radiated by light sources is the primary source of colour damage in highly photosensitive artworks (HPAs). However, spectral power distributions differ for different light sources, and the absorption and reflection characteristics of different materials, when irradiated by each narrow spectral energy band, also differ. This could result in large differences in the degree of radiation damage for materials under the same lighting intensity. In this paper, the suitability of different light sources used to illuminate HPAs was experimentally investigated over a long period of time by irradiating nine types of typical HPA materials with 10 different narrow-band light sources. By analysing the colour difference data of the illuminated material against the amount of exposure, a mathematical model relating the spectral composition and the damage to the colour of HPA materials was obtained. Based on this, a colour damage evaluation equation for light sources used for lighting HPAs was proposed. Finally, the equations were discussed using an example.

Author(s):  
Petko Mashkov ◽  
Hristo Beloev ◽  
Berkant Gyoch ◽  
Tamara Pencheva

The goal of this work is research and development of light sources suitable for use in hospitals, nursing homes, hospices and other similar institutions. During the day spectral power distribution (SPD) of this type luminaire needs to simulate natural day light that affects the natural circadian rhythm of humans. Maintaining the natural circadian rhythm impacts positive on human health, improves mood, prevents the development of depression and helps to overcome them. In the late afternoon increase light in the red-orange part. Light of this kind of spectral composition doesn’t inhibit melatonin production and the human body naturally prepares for rest and sleep. At night artificial lighting should be in the red - orange area to enable patients to sleep and staff to fulfill their obligations. Theoretical analysis and selection of suitable LEDs for the realization of the luminaire with the desired characteristics are made. Performed experimental studies make possible achieving the desired characteristics of light and appropriate LEDs’ modes of operation.


2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (5) ◽  
pp. 50408-1-50408-9
Author(s):  
Shoji Tominaga ◽  
Keita Hirai ◽  
Takahiko Horiuchi

Abstract The authors discuss the spectral estimation of multiple light sources from image data in a complex illumination environment. An approach is proposed to effectively estimate illuminant spectra and the corresponding light sources based on highlight areas that appear on dielectric object surfaces. First, the authors develop a highlight detection method using two types of convolution filters with Gaussian distributions, center-surround and low-pass filters. This method is available even for white surfaces, and it is independent of object color and of viewing and incidence angles. Second, they present an algorithm for estimating the illuminant spectra from extracted highlight areas. Each specular highlight area has a spectral composition corresponding to only one light source among multiple light sources. The spectral image data are projected onto a two-dimensional subspace, where a linear cluster in pixel distribution is detected for each highlight area. Third, the relative positional relationship between highlight areas among different object surfaces is used to identify the light sources on each surface. The authors develop an algorithm based on probabilistic relaxation labeling. The light source for each highlight and the corresponding spectral-power distribution are determined from the iterative labeling process. Finally, the feasibility of the proposed approach is examined in an experiment using a real complex environment, where dielectric objects are illuminated by multiple light sources of light-emitting diode, fluorescence, and incandescence.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Bertin ◽  
G. Zissis ◽  
G. Salas ◽  
P.M. Raynham ◽  
A. Moutsi ◽  
...  

Stray light from commercial greenhouses is becoming a significant problem causing disruption to wildlife activity and annoyance for local residents. To quantify the amount of stray light from a typical large greenhouse the authors have modelled several lighting installations based on a range of generic horticultural light sources. The impact of the stray light is dependent on the spectral power distribution of the sources employed, the intensity and distribution. Current standards for obtrusive light from outdoor work places do not seem to be suitable when applied to greenhouses.


2019 ◽  
Vol 52 (6) ◽  
pp. 751-762
Author(s):  
W Truong ◽  
V Trinh ◽  
TQ Khanh

The circadian stimulus is an important, validated and updated metric that describes the invisible influences of light on the human circadian system explicitly and scientifically. However, an absolute spectral power distribution must be supplied for its computation, which is only measurable by an expensive and complicated spectrometer. This paper proposes an alternative circadian stimulus computation model that is identified as the function CS(z, Ev) for white light sources based on the most common and simplest parameters of illuminance Ev in lux and the chromaticity coordinate z. These parameters are well known and widely used in both colour science and lighting technology. In order to prove the accuracy and availability of the model, an internal validation was performed with the adapted method repeating split data to check the goodness of the model fit. The fitted model achieved a maximum residual of 0.058 in the circadian stimulus quantity (R2 = 0.998). An external validation with the maximum residual of 0.030 (R2 = 0.999) provided stronger evidence for the usability of the model in applications.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (18) ◽  
pp. 6198
Author(s):  
Peiyu Wu ◽  
Jiaqi Ju ◽  
Qi Yao

In this work, we investigated the luminous and melanopic efficiency of the radiation (LER/MER) performances of phosphor-converted LEDs (PC LEDs) with tunable spectral characteristics, namely peak wavelength, full width at half maximum (FWHM), and emission intensity. We constructed theoretical PC LED spectra based on the characteristics extracted from the database of IES TM-30-15, analyzed the relations between LER/MER and different spectral characteristics, and proposed spectral composition strategies at various correlated color temperatures (CCTs). Results showed that both MER and LER are linear with the FWHM of phosphor within the peak wavelength range in practical use, but the change in values by tuning emission intensity varies with spectral compositions. Hence, different spectral characteristics should be considered comprehensively. We further explored the trade-off between luminous and melanopic efficiency. Lowering the FWHM of phosphor and the intensity distribution of the blue LED can obtain higher LER and low circadian effect at lower CCT. As CCT increases, considering color rendering and the increase in the blue intensity distribution, besides reducing FWHM, tuning the peak wavelength close to the peak wavelength of V(λ) helps to reduce the circadian effect. These investigations provide optimization strategies for ideal melanopic and luminous performance of PC LED light sources.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 2867 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pedro García-Caparrós ◽  
Eva Almansa ◽  
Rosa Chica ◽  
María Lao

Specific wavebands may allow precise control of plant growth. However, light sources must be carefully evaluated before the large-scale use of supplemental light sources can be implemented. Dieffenbachia maculata “Compacta” plants were grown for 8 weeks in pots in a growth chamber under tightly controlled temperature and humidity in order to assess the effects of supplemental light. Three treatments were applied: (i) using 18-W fluorescent bulbs (T1), (ii) using the same bulbs with supplemental light emitting diodes (LEDs) (Pure Blue and Pure Red Mix-Light-Emitting Diodes (BR-LEDs)) (T2), and (iii) using high-efficiency TL5 fluorescents (T3). Plant biomass, mineral composition, and physiological and photosynthetic parameters were assessed under each light treatment. Total plant dry weight was highest in plants grown under treatments T1 and T3. Other differences were observed between different light treatments, including variation in biomass partitioning as well as N and K concentrations in roots, stems, and leaves. Further, proline and indole 3-acetic acid (IAA) levels were higher in plants grown under the T1 treatment, whereas total soluble sugars and starch were higher in plants grown under treatment T3. Plants grown under treatment T1 had the lowest chlorophyll concentrations. No differences were observed in organ water content and P concentration. T2 was not the best treatment, as expected. The model proposed a linear regression between integrated use of spectral energy (IUSE) and total dry weight (TDW), which showed a good relationship with an R2 value of 0.83. Therefore, we recommend this methodology to discern the effects of the different spectral qualities on plant biomass.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (22) ◽  
pp. 6198 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roy H. A. van Grunsven ◽  
Julia Becker ◽  
Stephanie Peter ◽  
Stefan Heller ◽  
Franz Hölker

Among the different light sources used for street lighting, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are likely to dominate the world market in the coming years. At the same time, the spectral composition of nocturnal illumination is changing. Europe and many other areas worldwide have implemented bans on energy-inefficient lamps, such as the still very common mercury vapor lamps. However, the impact of artificial light on insects is mostly tested with light-traps or flight-intercept traps that are used for short periods only. By comparing the numbers of insects attracted by street lamps before and after replacing mercury vapor light sources (MV) with light emitting diodes, we assessed the impact in more typical (urban and peri-urban) settings over several years. We found that LED attracted approximately half of the number of insects compared to MV lights. Furthermore, most insect groups are less drawn by LED than by MV, while Hymenoptera are less attracted by MV than by LED. Thus, the composition of the attracted communities differed between the light sources, which may impact ecosystem processes and functions. In green peri-urban settings more insects are attracted than in an urban setting, but the relative difference between the light sources is the same.


2005 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 745-760 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Erick Rogers ◽  
Paul A. Wittmann ◽  
David W. C. Wang ◽  
R. Michael Clancy ◽  
Y. Larry Hsu

Abstract It is a major challenge to determine whether bias in operational global wave predictions is predominately due to the wave model itself (internal error) or due to errors in wind forcing (an external error). Another challenge is to characterize bias attributable to errors in wave model physics (e.g., input, dissipation, and nonlinear transfer). In this study, hindcasts and an evaluation methodology are constructed to address these challenges. The bias of the wave predictions is evaluated with consideration of the bias of four different wind forcing fields [two of which are supplemented with the NASA Quick Scatterometer (QuikSCAT) measurements]. It is found that the accuracy of the Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center’s operational global wind forcing has improved to the point where it is unlikely to be the primary source of error in the center’s global wave model (WAVEWATCH-III). The hindcast comparisons are specifically designed to minimize systematic errors from numerics and resolution. From these hindcasts, insight into the physics-related bias in the global wave model is possible: comparison to in situ wave data suggests an overall positive bias at northeast Pacific locations and an overall negative bias at northwest Atlantic locations. Comparison of frequency bands indicates a tendency by the model physics to overpredict energy at higher frequencies and underpredict energy at lower frequencies.


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