California Public Interest Energy Research

 

 

Architectural Energy Corporation

Funded by California Energy Commission's Public Interest Energy Research (PIER) Program
Demand Responsive Lighting Systems Element:
Project 3.3 Classroom Photocell and Control System - Tasks


The project's work scope involves the following technical tasks:

  • Task 1. Review the State-of-the-Art Photosensor Technologies, Including the LRC's Photosensor System, and Characterize Performance of Current Version of TWS Photosensor
  • Task 2. Confirm Common Classroom Electric Lighting and Daylighting Configurations for California
  • Task 3. Create 3-D Computer Models of the Common Configurations to use in the Computer Simulations
  • Task 4. Conduct Parametric Computer Simulations
  • Task 5. Write Draft Performance Specifications
  • Task 6. Conduct Roundtable Meeting to Obtain Feedback on Draft Specifications
  • Task 7. Build New Alpha Prototypes or Modify The Watt Stopper Existing Designs
  • Task 8. Evaluate Alpha Prototype Performance in Laboratory Setting
  • Task 9. Refine Prototype Design
  • Task 10. Test Beta Prototypes in Small-Scale Field Test
  • Task 11. Technology Transfer Activities
  • Task 12. Production Readiness Plan
  • Task 13. Monthly Progress Reports
  • Task 14. Annual Report
  • Task 15. Final Report

Project Information for Classroom Photocell and Control System


 

 

 

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Updated October 18, 2002