This thesis is about automating the blinds using the luminance values through HDR Imaging and its analysis. The study will be carried out inside an office space.
New research in daylighting metrics, suggest that luminance-based lighting controls have the potential to improve occupant satisfaction over traditional illuminance-based lighting controls. With increased accessibility to HDR imaging, these controls have now become feasible. Modern office occupants spend a significant amount of time working on vertical tasks (computers and displays) rather than paper based horizontal tasks. Recent studies have shown that luminance patterns in the vertical visual field have been better predictors off occupant preferences in office environments than horizontal illuminance.
This study aims to automate blinds to maintain luminance values that agree with metrics and thresholds from recent research on visual comfort. The process will be carried out by automating the overall process of HDR imaging analysis and operation of blinds.
