Quiz 2 (4,5,6) Flashcards

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Energy Information Administration (EIA)

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monitors energy consumption and publishes an annual report in the International Energy Outlook (IEO)

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2
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U.S. EIA states that how much energy consumption is lighting?

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15%

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3
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Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

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study of sustainable lighting from cradle to grave.

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Goals of Design for LCA

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  1. Maximize Daylight
  2. Reduce the use of non renewable resources
  3. Control the use of renewable resources
  4. minimize air, water, and soil pollution
  5. Protect Natural Habitats
  6. Eliminate Toxic Substances
  7. Recycle Lamps
  8. Reduce Light Pollution and Light Trespass
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Energy and Sustainable Programs

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  1. US Dept. of Energy
  2. US Env. protection agency (EPA)
  3. ANSI/ASHRAE/ IES 90.1
  4. Dark Sky International
  5. ENERGY STAR
  6. LEED
  7. US Green Building Council
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6
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Daylight Strategy: Building Location

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Orientation North & South ideal to avoid extremes in heat and cold

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Daylight Strategy: Building Footprint

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Side lighting for Rectangular and U-Shaped Buildings

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Daylight Strategy: Building Facade

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Light Shelves, Fins, Light Colors

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Daylight Strategy: Rooms

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Balance, Size, Light Shelves, Reflectance

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Daylight Strategy: Toplighting

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Skylights, Light Pipes, Saw tooth Apertures

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Daylight Strategy: Glazing

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Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (lower values, lower solar gain)

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12
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Daylight Strategy: Maintenance

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Cleaning, Analyze Costs and Benefits

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13
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The ideal fixture is made from

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recycled materials and is energy efficient

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14
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What application gets the most lumens from the luminaires

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Using specular, semi-specular or white on the interiors of luminaires

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Luminaire Efficacy Ratio (LER)

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used to compare luminaires efficacy. Higher LER relates to higher efficiency.

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16
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Manual Switches

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Normal on-off switches

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17
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Stepped Switching (multi level switching)

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Controls lamps within a luminaire

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18
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Occupancy Sensors

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-Vacancy sensor
(manual on-auto off)
-PIR sensor
(Works on heat detection)
-ultra sonic sensor
(High frequency sound waves)
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Vision Process (ACCOMMODATION)

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  1. Light enters pupil (aperture of Iris)
  2. The Lens adjusts light for far & near vision
  3. Cornea focuses light on the Retina by refraction
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20
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Adaptation

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occurs when the pupil opens and closes when going from light to dark spaces or vis versa

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21
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Rods

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activated by low illumination

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Cones

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activated by brightness, color, and detail

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Eyes field of vision

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objects are seen at the horizon view in the 2 degree field of vision

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Disease: Presbyopia

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Decreased elasticity of muscles and yellowing and thickening of the Lens. Affects ability to see objects at a range

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Disease: Macular Degeneration
blurred circle in center of vision
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Disease: cataract
cloudy lens. can cause blurring & sensitivity to lights
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Disease: Glaucoma
caused by increased fluid pressures and damages optic nerve
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Disease: Diabetic Retinopathy
Caused by damage to retinas blood vessels, due to high sugar in bloodstream
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Circadian Rhythms
24 hour natural cycle
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What controls work productivity
not lighting itself, but a persons control over their work environment
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Luminaires at or below ___ " may protrude any amound
27"
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Wall mounted luminaires between ___ and ___ above a finished floor (AFF) should not extend more than ___"
27", 80" 4"
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Wall switches and outlets shall be mounted no less than ___" but it is more convenient if they are mounted ___" and ___" AFF
15", 38", 18"
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The lowest element of a luminaire should allow for ___" of clear headroom
80"
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Lighting Distribution Types:
``` Direct Indirect Semi-Direct Semi-Indirect Diffused ```
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Categories of Luminaires
Recessed, Surface Mounted, Suspended, Track, Structural, Furniture Integrated, Portable
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Recessed Luminaires
installed above ceiling.
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Recessed Luminaires- IC Rated fixtures
Insulation contact means able to be in contact with insulation
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Recessed Luminaires- AT Rated
(air tight) reduces loss of heat or cold through ceiling or attics
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Semi Recessed Luminaires
installed part in the ceiling and part outside of the ceiling
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Surface Mounted Luminaires
installed on the ceiling, wall, floor, shelf or cabinet
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Ceiling Mounted Luminaires
include wraparound lens, HID high/low bay, troffers and downlights
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Wraparound Luminaires
emit the most light from sides and bottom but can be the cause of glare on computer screens
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Suspended Luminaires
hangs from the ceiling by rod, cord, or chain. | should be mounted at least 18" from ceiling or 80" from floor
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Track Luminaires
have multiple heads and are mounted on electrical raceways. | can be multi-switched, dimmed.
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Cove Lighting
mounted on the wall pointing up to ceiling
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Valance Lighting
mounted above a window with lighting pointed up and down
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Soffit Lighting
a built in wall element close to the ceiling and extends out to 12-18 "
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Wall Bracket Lighting
mounted on a wall with light directed up or down
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Furniture integrated Luminaires
mounted in cabinets, bookcases, office systems, or accent/task lighting & not in full view
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Fiber Optic Lighting
uses fiber (plastic or glass) and illuminator and a directional lamp. A small metal halide or led lamp is commonly used