Development and prototyping of a solid state lighting product for architectural and accent applications : a thesis presented in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Product Development in Technology at Massey University, School of Engineering & Technology, Albany campus, New Zealand

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dc.contributor.authorGarnett, M. T.
dc.date.accessioned2010-07-04T22:56:59Z
dc.date.availableNO_RESTRICTIONen_US
dc.date.available2010-07-04T22:56:59Z
dc.date.issued2009
dc.description.abstractFar from being simply a necessary appliance to extend our day, artificial light has a great influence on human behaviour and wellbeing, perception of the surroundings and comfort. The energy needed for lighting is also a significant impact on our natural resources. For these two broad reasons lighting systems that improve the human visual and perceptual experience and reduce energy use are of widespread value. This work covers research into the application of LED technology as the next generation of mainstream lighting. It looks at the reasons why this technology is set to become the dominant way in which we light our lives, and the technical hurdles that are slowing this shift in lighting. It also presents the development, testing and prototyping of such an LED lighting product for use in the architectural market. This niche application is where LED lighting is currently most suited, due to the compactness, colour adjustability and lower colour rendering required. Establishing the technology here will help to gain consumer appreciation and acceptance of this beneficial and useful new paradigm in lighting. The design incorporates a shape that is pleasing to the eye with a simple oval profile. It was designed to be subtle and compact, blending into the ceiling as cleanly as possible. Practical testing on the finished prototype showed it to produce a wide range of colours and colour temperatures, while maintaining a safe LED temperature. The simplicity also makes the unit competitive in terms of cost.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10179/1411
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherMassey Universityen_US
dc.rightsThe Authoren_US
dc.subjectLighting designen_US
dc.subjectLEDen_US
dc.subject.otherFields of Research::290000 Engineering and Technology::290900 Electrical and Electronic Engineering::290901 Electrical engineeringen_US
dc.titleDevelopment and prototyping of a solid state lighting product for architectural and accent applications : a thesis presented in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Product Development in Technology at Massey University, School of Engineering & Technology, Albany campus, New Zealanden_US
dc.typeThesisen_US
massey.contributor.authorGarnett, M. T.
thesis.degree.disciplineProduct Developmenten_US
thesis.degree.grantorMassey Universityen_US
thesis.degree.levelMastersen_US
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Technology (M. Tech.)en_US
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