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A Systems Integration Approach To Lighting Control Systems
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Date
2000
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Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu)
Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu)
Texas A&M University (http://www.tamu.edu)
Abstract
Today, the lighting industry is experiencing renewed
development and implementation of advanced
technologies. One of the most striking advances is the
implementation of system solutions in lighting
control. This approach promises to contribute to
efficient building operations in several innovative
ways. One trend, best illustrated by the emerging use
of daylighting techniques, integrates lighting control
systems with the building itself, complementing
design decisions about skylighting, fenestration and
office placement with control tools to harvest natural
light. Other technologies under development seek to
achieve the seamless integration of lighting controls
with other building systems. Here, the rewards can be
rich, with increased energy savings through linking
high energy use systems like lighting and HVAC
with unified controls. Finally, the industry is
identifying an often overlooked beneficiary-the
office worker using the lights-and seeking to
integrate control capabilities with the worker's needs.
This stems from the recognition that environmental
influences can boost productivity, benefiting both the
enterprise and the bottom line. As a consequence,
controls manufacturers are exploring ways in which
to turn some measure of environmental control over
to the occupant.