Light-wave Copy Paste for Illumination Matching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for replicating light conditions between different locations are complex and lack efficient methods for easily selecting and controlling light attributes like intensity and color, making it difficult to duplicate desired illumination.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a first controllable light source, a second controllable light source, a detector, and a processor that measures light attributes and adjusts the second light source to match the first, using a database to store specifications and operating parameters for precise illumination replication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual adjustment of light attributes is used to replicate illumination conditions, then control flexibility is maintained, but the process is time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates a digital copy of the illumination conditions by measuring light attributes (intensity, color temperature, spectral power distribution) at a source location and stores these parameters in a database. This digital copy can then be rapidly replicated at different locations without manual adjustment, significantly increasing productivity while maintaining system complexity through automated measurement and control
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary measurement and characterization of light sources, storing their attributes in a database before actual replication is needed. This pre-processing of illumination data allows for rapid copying and pasting of lighting conditions, eliminating time-consuming manual adjustments while the automated measurement system manages the complexity
2Measurement precision
If automated light attribute control is implemented, then replication accuracy is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where light sensors continuously measure the actual illumination conditions at the target location and compare them with the desired copied conditions. The controller automatically adjusts light source parameters based on this feedback to minimize deviations, achieving high measurement precision and accurate replication while the automated feedback loop manages the control complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces manual mechanical adjustment of light attributes with automated electronic control. Sensors electronically measure light parameters, the controller processes this data, and electronically adjusts the light sources, eliminating the need for manual intervention. This substitution of mechanical adjustment with electronic automation improves precision while consolidating complexity into integrated electronic control systems
3Reliability
If multiple light sources are coordinated to match illumination conditions, then replication accuracy improves, but control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges the control of multiple light sources under a single centralized controller that manages all sources simultaneously. The controller receives target illumination parameters and distributes appropriate control signals to each light source, coordinating their operation to achieve the desired replicated illumination. This merging of control functions improves reliability through coordinated multi-source operation while consolidating complexity into a unified control system
Solution Approach 2:
The controller is designed with universal functionality to manage multiple different types of light sources (LEDs, fluorescent, incandescent) using a single integrated system. The system can adapt to control various light source technologies and can replicate illumination conditions across multiple locations, improving reliability through versatile multi-source coordination while the universal controller design prevents complexity multiplication
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables reliable and efficient 'copy and paste' operations for light conditions, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of matching illumination attributes between locations, including adjustments for neighboring reflections and additional light sources.
Implementation Method 1
A detector is configured to receive the first light and measure first light attributes of the first light
Data Source
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AI summary
A system (100) includes a first controllable light source (310) configured to provide a first light for illuminating a first location, and a second controllable light source (320) configured to provide a second light for illuminating a second location. A detector (330) is configured to receive the first light and measure first light attributes of the first light. A memory (140) is provided for storing a database that includes specification of the second controllable light source (320), and/or operating parameters of first controllable light source (310) for providing the first light. A processor (120) receives the first light attributes, and in conjunction with the specification of second controllable light source (320), controls the second light source (320) to provide the second light having second light attributes at the second location that substantially match the first light attributes of the first light illuminating the first location.