lumen calculation
[ˈluːmən ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: lumen calculations
cálculo de lúmen
1. The process of determining the required amount of luminous flux (measured in lumens) needed to adequately illuminate a specific space or area
Proper lumen calculation is essential for designing efficient lighting systems in commercial buildings.
O cálculo de lúmen apropriado é essencial para projetar sistemas de iluminação eficientes em edifícios comerciais.
2. A technical method used in lighting design to assess and quantify the brightness output necessary for different environments based on area size, purpose, and lighting standards
The architect performed a lumen calculation to determine how many LED fixtures were needed for the office space.
O arquiteto realizou um cálculo de lúmen para determinar quantas luminárias LED eram necessárias para o espaço de escritório.
Lumen calculation is a critical component of modern lighting design standards in both Brazil and the United States, governed by technical norms such as NBR (Norma Brasileira) in Brazil and IESNA (Illuminating Engineering Society of North America) standards in the US. This terminology is primarily used by architects, engineers, and lighting professionals in technical and commercial contexts.
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