Management of Light in Thick Optical Waveguides for Dashboard Illumination: An Application of Radiometric Principles 940512
We are using principles of radiometry and nonimaging optics to model and test flux collection and transportation in thick optical waveguides. Output from these systems is used to illuminate automobile dashboard clusters and radio modules. Starting with the bulb, we determine the input flux distribution. We then demonstrate how the waveguide collects and transports flux down its length. We will discuss ways of controlling and optimizing this process.
Citation: Hough, T., Van Derlofske, J., and Hillman, L., "Management of Light in Thick Optical Waveguides for Dashboard Illumination: An Application of Radiometric Principles," SAE Technical Paper 940512, 1994, https://doi.org/10.4271/940512. Download Citation
Author(s):
Thomas A. Hough, John F. Van Derlofske, Lloyd W. Hillman
Affiliated:
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Pages: 11
Event:
International Congress & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Related Topics:
Optics
Radio equipment
Waveguides
Production control
Starters and starting
Instrument panels
Logistics
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