Daylighting Analysis and Design
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Daylighting Analysis and Design

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What effect does having a better view out of an office window have on performance?

  • Has no measurable effect
  • Increases productivity by 7%–12% (correct)
  • Makes employees feel more tired
  • Reduces productivity by 5%
  • What is defined as the difference between the brightness of an object and its immediate background?

  • Brightness
  • Contrast (correct)
  • Clarity
  • Shade
  • Patients in well daylit rooms require 30% more pain-relief medication.

    False

    What percentage of pain-relief medication do patients in well daylit rooms need compared to those in poorly daylit rooms?

    <p>30% less</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Excessive contrast can lead to a phenomenon called glare.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In offices, better views are associated with higher overall __________.

    <p>performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe excessive brightness difference that may cause discomfort?

    <p>glare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The difference in brightness between an object and its _____ is known as contrast.

    <p>background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following settings with their key benefits:

    <p>Offices = Increased productivity Hospitals = Faster recovery and reduced pain relief needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Contrast = Difference in brightness between an object and its background Glare = Excessive contrast leading to discomfort Brightness = Intensity of light emitted or reflected from an object Background = Area surrounding the main subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods can help in reducing glare?

    <p>Sensitive interior design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Increasing brightness contrasts is a technique to avoid glare.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two basic methods to avoid glare?

    <p>Sensitive interior design and daylight light controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The two methods to reduce glare are sensitive interior design and __________.

    <p>daylight light controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Glare = Excessive brightness causing discomfort Daylight light controls = Techniques to manage incoming natural light Sensitive interior design = Interior design that takes light conditions into account Brightness contrasts = Difference in light levels in a space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit measures the amount of light flowing through a space?

    <p>Lumens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Candelas are used to measure luminous flux.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the amount of light that falls on a surface per unit area?

    <p>Lux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The amount of light emitted by a light source is referred to as __________.

    <p>luminous flux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following light-related terms with their definitions:

    <p>Candelas = Measure of luminous intensity Lumens = Measure of luminous flux Lux = Measure of illumination Luminous Flux = Amount of light through a space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit used to measure illuminance?

    <p>Lux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The unit for measuring luminance is lumens per unit area.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'luminance' refer to?

    <p>Light reflected from a surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Illuminance can be measured in _____ or _____.

    <p>lux, footcandles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Lux = Lumens per square meter Footcandles = Lumens per square foot Luminance = Light reflected from a surface Candelas/m2 = Unit for measuring luminance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Daylighting Analysis and Design

    • Daylighting in offices improves performance, increasing productivity by 7-12%.
    • Daylighting in hospitals reduces the need for pain relief by 30%, making recovery faster and improving patient spirits.

    Glare and Contrast

    • Glare is caused by excessive contrast between an object and its background.
    • Two methods for avoiding glare: sensitive interior design and daylight light controls.

    Theory and Perception of Light

    • Luminous flux is the amount of light flowing through a space, measured in lumens per unit area.
    • Lux is the unit of measurement for luminous flux, equal to lumens per square meter.
    • Footcandles are another unit of measurement for luminous flux, equal to lumens per square foot.
    • Luminance is the light reflected from a surface, measured in candelas per square meter.

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    This quiz explores the impact of daylighting on performance in offices and recovery in hospitals. It also delves into the concepts of glare, contrast, and the measurement of light, including luminous flux and luminance. Test your knowledge on how effective lighting design can enhance well-being and productivity.

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