The Lighting Handbook: Reference and Application

✍ Scribed by David L. Dilaura, Kevin W. Houser, Richard G. Mistrick, Gary R. Steffy

• Publisher: Illuminating Engineering
• Year: 2011
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 1331
• Series: Iesna Lighting Handbook
• Edition: 10
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

The Bible for anyone who is serious about lighting. Covers all technologies, recommended applications and illuminance recommendations and much, much more. Brand new edition.

✦ Table of Contents

Preface / Foreword /
Acknowledgements / Reader’s Guide
Section 1: Framework
Introduction
Physics and Optics of Radiant Power
Vision: Eye and Brain
Photobiology and Non-visual Effects of Optical Radiation
Perceptions and Performance
Concepts and Language of Lighting Color
Light Sources: Technical Characteristics
Luminaires: Forms and Optics
Measurement of Light: Photometry
Calculation of Light and its Effect
Section 2: Design
Introduction
Lighting Design in the Building Design Process
Components of Lighting Design
Light Sources: Application Considerations
Designing Daylighting
Designing Electric Lighting
Lighting Controls
Energy Management
Economics
Sustainability
Contract Documents
Section 3: Applications
Introduction
Lighting for Art
Lighting for Common Applications
Lighting for Courts and Prisons
Lighting for Education
Lighting for Emergency and Safety
Lighting for Exteriors
Lighting for Health Care
Lighting for Hospitality and Entertainment
Lighting for Libraries
Lighting for Manufacturing
Lighting for Miscellaneous Applications
Lighting for Offices
Lighting for Residences
Lighting for Retail
Lighting for Sports and Recreation
Lighting for Transport
Lighting for Worship
Index

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