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hello everyone thank you so much for tuning in today as today I want to
continue our topic on light in the past few weeks I've been talking about
light in our weekly Tuesday talks first we discussed natural light and then
how to use artificial light I will have all that linked in the cards and the
description for you to check out today is a short lecture about how to
calculate how much lighting fixtures you need for space if this is your first
time watching this channel hello and welcome my name is Russia I am an
architectural student and I do architectural videos ranging from sketching
renders and talks just like this one so if you found this video helpful don't
forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on any of my future videos how
much is enough light having to calculate how much LED lighting you
need to create a well-lit space well it can be a bit complicated whether
you're designing LED lighting for business applications or private
applications here's the way by which you can calculate what number of
LED lumens you'll need to adequately light your space the lumen method
this is a simplified equation of lighting design which can be used to
determine the number of luminaires required for overhead lights which are
arranged in a regular pattern there are more complicated methods but why
take the long way when you can do the easy way the aluminous level
required is how much light space needs and there's a table online
specifying each space and how much Lux it needs the area is the length by
width for the space and is measured by meter square lumens is a
measurement of light emitted by a source this is also known as brightness
or light output it says initial because lights are not equally efficient and the
efficiency of lamps is the number of lumens a bulb produces for each watt
it consumes obviously the higher that number the more efficient the bulb
is so for example lighting products that have earned the Energy Star label
or high efficient meaning they deliver the same features while using less
energy and you can find all of that by looking at the manufacturers catalog
for your lighting product utilization factor is the proportion of the
luminous flux emitted by the lamps which reaches the working plane and
it's also a measure of the effectiveness of the lighting scheme it ranges
from zero to one depending on the average reflectance of the internal
finishes light loss factor it allows for effects such as decrease in light
output caused by the fall in line luminous flux with hours of use the
deposition of dirt on luminaire it is also called the maintenance factor and
you can also leave it as 0.95 for your own project here expect regular
maintenance let's try an example as this is the only way to fully understand
everything you have been employed as a lighting engineer for the
University of Wolverhampton a lecture theatre measuring 30 meter by 10
meter requires a service' luminous of 750 Lux the type of lights to be used
or strips of fluorescent lamps in recessed Louvre with reflecting surfaces
with a luminous flux output of 4050 your light loss factor is 0.95 the room
height is 4.5 meters and the working height is 1 meter so first thing you
need to do is calculate a room index which is it's just a simple calculation
all you have to do is the length by width of the room and then divide that
by the height of luminaire above working surface and then the length of
the room plus the width of the room so after you've done with your
calculation you'll get a number of 2.14 so you need to identify your
utilization factor so you're going to look at the utilization factor table
identify the light fitting tie bottom one 50% select the appropriate ceiling
reflectance which is 0.7 then look for the wall reflectance within the block
0.1 look at the room and x2 point 14 and then look across the to the
previously identified column for them to meet which is the UF which is in
this case 0.42 the last step is to calculate the number of lamps and after
you substitute all of your information in this equation you'll have your
number which is one hundred thirty nine point two three lumps and there
you have it let me know in the comments if you thought this video was
helpful if you were surprised by the end number try it for your own design
as well and send me your results on youtube or any of our social media i
am rachel urato and i'll see you next time you [Music] [Applause] [Music]
[Applause] [Music] hello everyone thank you so much for tuning in today
as today I want to continue our topic on light in the past few weeks I've
been talking about light in our weekly Tuesday talks first we discussed
natural light and then how to use artificial light I will have all that linked
in the cards and the description for you to check out today is a short
lecture about how to calculate how much lighting fixtures you need for
space if this is your first time watching this channel hello and welcome my
name is Russia I am an architectural student and I do architectural videos
ranging from sketching renders and talks just like this one so if you found
this video helpful don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on any of
my future videos how much is enough light having to calculate how much
LED lighting you need to create a well-lit space well it can be a bit
complicated whether you're designing LED lighting for business
applications or private applications here's the way by which you can
calculate what number of LED lumens you'll need to adequately light your
space the lumen method this is a simplified equation of lighting design
which can be used to determine the number of luminaires required for
overhead lights which are arranged in a regular pattern there are more
complicated methods but why take the long way when you can do the easy
way the aluminous level required is how much light space needs and
there's a table online specifying each space and how much Lux it needs the
area is the length by width for the space and is measured by meter square
lumens is a measurement of light emitted by a source this is also known as
brightness or light output it says initial because lights are not equally
efficient and the efficiency of lamps is the number of lumens a bulb
produces for each watt it consumes obviously the higher that number the
more efficient the bulb is so for example lighting products that have
earned the Energy Star label or high efficient meaning they deliver the
same features while using less energy and you can find all of that by
looking at the manufacturers catalog for your lighting product utilization
factor is the proportion of the luminous flux emitted by the lamps which
reaches the working plane and it's also a measure of the effectiveness of
the lighting scheme it ranges from zero to one depending on the average
reflectance of the internal finishes light loss factor it allows for effects
such as decrease in light output caused by the fall in line luminous flux
with hours of use the deposition of dirt on luminaire it is also called the
maintenance factor and you can also leave it as 0.95 for your own project
here expect regular maintenance let's try an example as this is the only
way to fully understand everything you have been employed as a lighting
engineer for the University of Wolverhampton a lecture theatre measuring
30 meter by 10 meter requires a service' luminous of 750 Lux the type of
lights to be used or strips of fluorescent lamps in recessed Louvre with
reflecting surfaces with a luminous flux output of 4050 your light loss
factor is 0.95 the room height is 4.5 meters and the working height is 1
meter so first thing you need to do is calculate a room index which is it's
just a simple calculation all you have to do is the length by width of the
room and then divide that by the height of luminaire above working
surface and then the length of the room plus the width of the room so after
you've done with your calculation you'll get a number of 2.14 so you need
to identify your utilization factor so you're going to look at the utilization
factor table identify the light fitting tie bottom one 50% select the
appropriate ceiling reflectance which is 0.7 then look for the wall
reflectance within the block 0.1 look at the room and x2 point 14 and then
look across the to the previously identified column for them to meet which
is the UF which is in this case 0.42 the last step is to calculate the number
of lamps and after you substitute all of your information in this equation
you'll have your number which is one hundred thirty nine point two three
lumps and there you have it let me know in the comments if you thought
this video was helpful if you were surprised by the end number try it for
your own design as well and send me your results on youtube or any of
our social media i am rachel urato and i'll see you next time you
Getting smart about lighting is an important step to reducing your
building’s energy demands. Good lighting design means using daylighting,
efficient lights, and good controls. Daylighting is a passive strategy that
won’t just cut your lighting load; it also makes people happier and more
productive. But the sun moves throughout the day and throughout the year,
so sometimes it's too bright, and other times not bright enough. And if you
have a building with a deep footprint, you have to draw the sun's light
deep inside. The most important thing is that light be well-distributed. If
it's too dark in some places and too bright in others, then it can cause
glare. You can get light deep into buildings by bouncing it around with
light shelves, reflective surfaces, and high windows or cutting holes like
skylights or light wells. Whatever brightness you can’t achieve passively
with sunlight, you'll make up with electric lights. Obviously you want
energy-efficient ones. You measure lighting efficacy by how many
Lumens of light it delivers per Watt of electricity. This includes both the
bulbs that generate the light and the fixtures that distribute it. Task lighting
has different requirements from ambient lighting, and it varies by task.
Lighting designs that handle these separately allow users to use only the
light they need. You can get even more efficient with your lighting by
using smart combinations of automatic controls and user controls, again,
delivering just the light people need when they need it. And remember,
better lighting not only saves a lot of electricity, it means less waste heat,
which also lowers cooling loads. That takes us two steps along the path to
Net Zero.
SUMMARY
The transcript discusses the importance of understanding and calculating
lighting requirements for spaces. The speaker, identified as Rachel, an
architectural student, emphasizes the significance of proper lighting
design, covering topics such as natural and artificial light in previous talks.
The focus of this lecture is on calculating the number of lighting fixtures
needed for a well-lit space, particularly using LED lighting.
Rachel introduces the lumen method, a simplified equation for
determining the number of luminaires required for overhead lights in a
regular pattern. She explains that the luminous level required depends on
the space, and there are online tables specifying the required Lux for
different areas. The calculation involves factors such as area (length by
width), lumens (brightness emitted by a source), efficiency of lamps,
utilization factor, and light loss factor.
The speaker provides examples and walks through a specific case of
designing lighting for a lecture theatre at the University of
Wolverhampton. This involves calculating a room index, identifying
utilization factors, and considering factors like ceiling and wall
reflectance. The ultimate goal is to calculate the number of lamps needed
for the specified space.
The video encourages viewers to try the calculations for their own designs
and share the results. The importance of energy-efficient lighting and the
impact on overall energy consumption is highlighted throughout the
lecture.
 REFLECTION
A Reflection on Light
In the era of sustainable architecture, understanding the intricacies of
lighting design is crucial for both energy efficiency and creating
environments conducive to human well-being. The YouTube link provided
by our professor, featuring Rachel Urato, an architectural student, delves
into the calculation of lighting fixtures using the lumen method. This
reflection essay aims to explore the key insights from the video and
highlight the importance of smart lighting design in the context of energy
conservation and user experience.
The lecture begins with Rachel introducing the importance of proper
lighting, covering topics from natural to artificial light. She emphasizes
the significance of calculating the right amount of lighting fixtures for a
space, particularly focusing on LED lighting. The lumen method,
presented as a simplified equation for determining the number of
luminaires required in a regular pattern, is highlighted as an efficient
approach.
The foundational concepts discussed include the aluminous level
required, measured in Lux, which varies for different spaces and can be
found in online tables. The importance of area measurement, represented
by the length and width of the space in square meters, is stressed, serving
as a crucial factor in the calculation.
Rachel explains the concept of lumens, the measurement of light
emitted by a source, and its correlation with the efficiency of lamps. The
higher the lumens per watt, the more efficient the bulb, aligning with
energy-saving initiatives such as the Energy Star label. This emphasizes
the need for architects and designers to consider not only the visual impact
of lighting but also its ecological footprint.
Two essential factors in lighting design, utilization factor, and light
loss factor are introduced. The former is the proportion of luminous flux
reaching the working plane, while the latter accounts for effects like
decreased light output over time. Rachel advises using a 0.95 light loss
factor for practical considerations, acknowledging the inevitability of
regular maintenance.
The lecture takes a practical turn with an example of calculating the
number of lamps needed for a lecture theatre at the University of
Wolverhampton. This involves determining the room index, identifying
the utilization factor from a table, and calculating the final number of
lamps required. The step-by-step breakdown enhances the understanding
of the theoretical concepts.
In conclusion, Rachel Urato's lecture provides a comprehensive
overview of lighting design principles, focusing on efficiency, practical
calculations, and the integration of smart technologies. The importance of
considering both natural and artificial light, as well as the environmental
and economic implications of lighting choices, is underscored. As aspiring
architects, incorporating these principles into our designs not only aligns
with sustainability goals but also contributes to creating well-lit and
comfortable spaces for occupants.