Full Spectrum Lighting

Paper Summary:

This paper examines the utility of a design of full spectrum lighting in the office and workspace and one that would include a customized manual setting allowing users to choose the intensity of light at any time. The paper also looks at full spectrum lighting in order to understand the benefits of this type of lighting system, specifically in office cubicles that have handheld remote control capabilities. Finally, the paper examines the impact that full-spectrum lighting has on the individual medically, psychologically, and in terms of employee productivity and effectiveness.

Outline:
Introduction
Importance of Study
Statement of Thesis
Background of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology

From the Paper:

"Traditionally the light source, reflector and ballast were that which comprised fluorescent luminaries. The most control generally offered to the user was perhaps a three-switch lamp setting allowing for three different levels of light but having only low, medium and high lighting options with nothing in the ranges in between the three. Contemporary lights is comprised of "new occupancy sensors, photocells, and infrared/RF controls are now being mounted in fluorescent fixture housings to allow 'fine tuning' of the lighting in an office space. With motion detectors and daylight sensors that are either remote-mounted or integrated into a luminaire housing, lights will dim and/or switch off when not needed. Depending on the technology selected, sensors may be programmed using an IR remote controller or administration software." (Knisley , 2005) "

Sample of Sources Used:

• G. R. (1995). Quantifying lighting quality based on experimental investigations of end user performance and preference. In Proceedings of Right Light Three, The Third European Conference on Energy-Efficient Lighting, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, June 18-21, 1995 (Vol. 1, pp. 119-127). Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK: Northern-Electric PLC National Research Council Canada.
• Hogrege, Mark (2008) Putting Light Where It's Needed: The Benefits of Task Lighting. DAZOR. National Association of Independent Lighting Distributors, Inc. Online available at: http://www.dazor.com/benefits.html
• How Can Full-Spectrum Lighting Sources Be Compared? (2005) Lighting Research Institute. Vol. 7 Issue 5 March 2005. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute March 2005.
• How valid are the claims regarding full-spectrum light sources? (2005) Lighting Research Institute. Vol. 7 Issue 5 March 2005. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute March 2005.
• Knisley, Joe (2005) Improve Employee Productivity With Custom Office Lighting EC&M 1 Mar 2005. Online available at: http://ecmweb.com/mag/electric_improve_employee_productivity/

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