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Designing an Outdoor Linear LED Luminaire with Gore-Tex Filters

  • Woo-young Kim (Department of Information Technology & Media Engineering, Seoul National University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Seong-Kweon Kim (Department of Information Technology & Media Engineering, Seoul National University of Science and Technology)
  • Received : 2024.03.22
  • Accepted : 2024.04.06
  • Published : 2024.05.31
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Abstract

We introduce a novel outdoor linear LED luminaire enhanced with Gore-Tex filters, designed to overcome the challenges of moisture and thermal management in harsh environments. This luminaire integrates expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE)-commercially known as Gore-Tex-achieving superior waterproofing and dustproof qualities while maintaining breathability to prevent internal condensation. The design process, from conceptualization through prototyping and testing, is detailed, highlighting the luminaire's improved durability and stability under varying conditions. Experimental results demonstrate that our design significantly extends the operational lifespan and reliability of outdoor LED lighting systems by mitigating thermal and moisture-related degradation. This study not only advances ePTFE's application in lighting technologies but also offers a scalable model for enhancing the performance of LED luminaires in outdoor settings.

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Acknowledgement

This study was supported by the Research Program funded by the SeoulTech(Seoul National University of Science and Technology).

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