Light source characterisation and design
Development of methods for the photometric, spectrometric and colorimetric characterization of light sources
Any kind of light.
Single lamps or LEDs, complex lighting systems, such as multi-LED systems, monitors, displays
Methods
Development of innovative methods for the photometric, spectrometric and colorimetric characterization of light sources
Conditions
Efficiency analysis under abnormal or deformed power supply conditions
Colour rendering
Colorimetry applied to the study of light sources for the illumination of works of art
Light pollution
Analysis of the outdoor artificial light at night and its effect on the environment
Reflectometry
The Laboratory uses a goniometric system for the analysis of samples of surfaces: retroreflectors, paints, road pavings.
Any kind of surfaces
The design of a street lighting is based on the knowledge of the reflection properties of the road pavings. Their direct measurement allows the realization of better designs and a significant energy saving in road lighting.
Road lightingE
External measurements for the assessment of the performances of a road lighting system. Novel methods of road lighting and signalling are under study, they will allow an important energy saving.
Colorimetry of cultural heritage
The use of different lights can modify the appearance of a work of art; a clever analysis can allow to obtain the best results of perception. The Laboratory is able of evaluating the risk caused by the lighting, with the aim of preserving the object and providing the optimal exposition.
