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Development of the Program Road lighting Road Surface Property Measuring Apparatus (도로조명용 프로그램과 노면특성 장치의 개발)

  • ;金紀勳
    • The Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Illuminating and Electrical Installation Engineers
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    • v.13 no.2
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    • pp.133-133
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    • 1999
  • Average illuminance and luminance can be calculated by graphical methods to a certain extent but to calculate for a wide place a suitable software is needed. Softwares suitable for this purpose have been already developed in foreign nations, but the appropriate softwares for domestic use have not been developed. Therefore a program is developed which is executable in Hangul Windows. The softwares LAPRoad, is developed to calculate luminance and illuminance distribution of road surface, as well as average luminance and illuminance, overall uniformity, longitudinal uniformity, threshold increment veilling luminance and glare. And an apparatus that measures road surface reflection properties is developed. Because the road surface reflection properties is very important in luminance calculation, then concrete road surface reflection properties were measured.

Comprehensive Evaluation of Water-Reservoir Measuring Equipment for Highway Safety Analysis (도로 노면 안전성 분석을 위한 물고임 측정장비 개발 및 현장 적용성 연구)

  • Lee, Jin Kak;Yun, Duk Geun;Joh, Young-Oh
    • International Journal of Highway Engineering
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    • v.15 no.3
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    • pp.127-135
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    • 2013
  • PURPOSES : The purpose of this study is development of automatic equipment to measure the road water-reservoir which can be one of factors for road traffic safety inspection and its application to safety analysis. METHODS : The scopes of this study are the examination of the riskiness and location of road water-reservoir through literature review, development of appropriate sensor and automatic equipment to survey the road water-reservoir and evaluation of field application. RESULTS: The laser lighting and IR camera were selected to develop the equipment. It was found from the field calibration that there is a high correlation between rutting and road water-reservoir and road water-reservoir caused by rutting can be correctly calculated. About 20.2km of national highway were inspected for case study and field application. It was found from correlation of traffic incident that 2.08km of the latent length for water-reservoir which is related to 12 traffic incidents were analyzed. CONCLUSIONS : This technique can be utilized evaluation method for road condition such as road water-reservoir for conventional evaluation system such as road traffic safety assessment and safety analysis and it can be use to new evaluation system to apply various road condition and traffic condition.

A Study on Aspheric Optics European LED Streetlights Type for the Prevention of Light Pollution (빛 공해 방지를 위한 유럽형 LED 가로등용 비구면 광학계에 관한 연구)

  • Lee, Shi-Woo;Lee, Chang-Soo;Hyun, Dong-Hoon
    • Journal of the Korean Society of Manufacturing Technology Engineers
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    • v.22 no.3
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    • pp.429-436
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    • 2013
  • In this study, we researched a pendant-type aspherical optical system, which could be applied to street lighting and security lighting in Europe. The goal of this research was eco-friendly artificial lighting that could be used for the one-to-one replacement of ordinary lighting. LED lighting was miniaturized by using one COB LED Module and one aspherical optical system, which could control the luminosity of the LED. Through the aspherical optical system, the light distribution angle could be controlled in a range of $140^{\circ}$ for the X-axis and $40^{\circ}$ for the Y-axis. This means that this optical system is appropriate for catenary-type lighting, which is widely used in Europe on both narrow and broad roads. The performance was determined using a lighting simulation program. This lighting system simulation showed that road rates M4 and M5 could be satisfied, with the condition of a 13-m height and 50-m distance (U0 and TI). The simulation program estimated that light pollution, which disturbs sleep, could beeliminated in the European streetlight case. Determining methods for the light distribution control, performance, and optimal lighting setup conditions is very important to prevent light pollution. Moreover, the initial step of developing the lighting system design and post management will require an effort with much analysis.

Evaluation of User Satisfaction and Image Preference of University Students for Cherry Blossom Campus Trail (대학생들의 캠퍼스 벚꽃터널 산책로 이용 만족도와 이미지 선호도 평가)

  • Lee, In-Gyu;Eom, Boong-Hoon
    • Journal of Environmental Science International
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    • v.28 no.12
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    • pp.1101-1110
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    • 2019
  • This study investigated Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) of cherry blossom trails 'Cherry Road' in Daegu Catholic Univ. campus, at Gyeonsan-city, Korea. The evaluation focused on image preference and satisfaction of users i.e., students, using questionnaire surveys. A total 201 questionnaire samples were analyzed and most of the respondents were in the age group of 20. Frequency analysis was conducted on demographics, use behavior, reliability, and means. Factor analysis and multiple regression analysis were conducted for user satisfaction and image preference. Over 80% of visitors came with companions during daytime. The most common motives for use were strolling and walking, event and meeting, passing. For user satisfaction the mean scores were highest for landscape beauty (4.22), image improvement (4.14), campus image (4.08). Night lighting facility received the lowest score (3.32). Factor analysis concerning user satisfaction was categorized into environment-human behavior and physical factors. Multiple regression analysis showed that the overall satisfaction of user was significantly influenced by five independent variables: 'harmonious' (β=.214), 'night lighting facility' (β=.173), 'landscape beauty' (β=.208), 'lawn care' (β=.154), and 'walking trails' (β=.123). The mean scores of image variables were highest for 'beautiful' (5.81), 'bright' (5.67), and 'open' (5.64). The lowest scores was for 'quiet' (4.47). Exploratory factor analysis led to three factors being categorized: aesthetics, comforts, and simplicity. Result of multiple regression analysis indicated that the preference of space image was significantly influenced by five variables: 'bright' (β=.397), 'refreshing' (β=.211), 'cool' (β=.219), 'clean' (β=.182), and 'natural' (β=.-142). Hence, Cherry Road has a high level of user satisfaction and image evaluation, which is interpreted as having various cultural events and value for students on campus. To improve the satisfaction of Cherry Road in the future, it is necessary to secure night lighting, to manage trash cans, and to secure rest space.

A Fuzzy Neural-Network Algorithm for Noisiness Recognition of Road Images (도로영상의 잡음도 식별을 위한 퍼지신경망 알고리즘)

  • 이준웅
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Automotive Engineers
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    • v.10 no.5
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    • pp.147-159
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    • 2002
  • This paper proposes a method to recognize the noisiness of road images connected with the extraction of lane-related information in order to prevent the usage of erroneous information. The proposed method uses a fuzzy neural network(FNN) with the back-Propagation loaming algorithm. The U decides road images good or bad with respect to visibility of lane marks on road images. Most input parameters to the FNN are extracted from an edge distribution function(EDF), a function of edge histogram constructed by edge phase and norm. The shape of the EDF is deeply correlated to the visibility of lane marks of road image. Experimental results obtained by simulations with real images taken by various lighting and weather conditions show that the proposed method was quite successful, providing decision-making of noisiness with about 99%.

A basic study on the location of mirror reflector system to improve illumination environment (터널의 조명환경 개선을 위한 반사거울 시스템의 위치 선정에 관한 기초연구)

  • Jeong, Myeong-Soon;Joo, Jae-Sung;Jeong, In-Young;Song, Kyoo-Dong
    • Journal of Korean Tunnelling and Underground Space Association
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    • v.13 no.5
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    • pp.385-393
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    • 2011
  • As the economic growth achieved and the straight road was increased. so, the tunnel built more than before. In these days, lighting of tunnel entrance is important for safety and comfortable driving. Most of the tunnel lighting depend on artificial lighting and they use a lot of energy. In this paper, as a research for illumination improvement and saving energy at tunnel, reflecting mirror system is suggested. The performance of the system was evaluated with respect to various aspects. By applying a reflective mirror system, tunnel lighting and environment can be improved. This study is a preliminary study for developing a system to save energy of tunnel artificial lighting.

Reflector Design for LED Pedestrian Lighting Using Indirect Reflectance Type (간접 반사 방식의 LED 보안등기구 반사판 설계)

  • Chae, Sung-Gi;Jung, Dong-Hwan;Lee, Yoon-Chul
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Illuminating and Electrical Installation Engineers
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    • v.26 no.4
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    • pp.6-13
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    • 2012
  • In this paper, we took an indirect reflectance type that irradiates light from an LED module, which reflects light from a reflector onto the road. This LED pedestrian lighting design produces minimal glare from a relatively simple structure. Using LightTools 7.2, we conducted a study on the varying shape and curvature of the reflector. In order to further investigate this data, we researched the ratio of the DLOR and ULOR, the average illuminance, and the uniformity of the illumination. Based on this research, we selected optimum conditions to realize the actual LED pedestrian lighting using RELUX software. We found the average illuminance value to be 22[1x] and the illuminance uniformity ratio to be 0.23, which met the criteria of the proposed standards set in KS C 7658. In addition, it also satisfied the criteria of the standards set in KS A 3701 by having TI (Threshold Increment) at 7[%].

Verification of the Appropriateness of the Standard for Tunnel Luminance in the Threshold Zone Through a Full-scale Tunnel Driving Test (실 규모 터널 주행실험을 통한 터널 경계부 휘도 기준의 적정성 검증)

  • Park, Won Il;Cho, Won Bum;Jeong, Jun Hwa
    • International Journal of Highway Engineering
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    • v.17 no.6
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    • pp.105-115
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    • 2015
  • PURPOSES : This study aimed to evaluate the appropriateness of safety with the standard for threshold zone luminance as specified in the Recommendation for Lighting of Traffic Tunnel, which has been widely adopted worldwide. METHODS : A driving test of the subject in a full-scale road tunnel was conducted. The adaptation luminance and threshold zone luminance, which should be known for the driver to perceive an object within stopping sight distance, were obtained. These values were compared with the adaptation luminance and threshold zone luminance obtained by the existing reduced model test and tunnel lighting standard that has served as a guideline for the current threshold zone luminance standard. RESULTS : According to this study, threshold zone luminance should be increased to at least 1.8 times the value proposed in the existing studies and to twice the domestic tunnel lighting standard (KS C 3703: 2014). CONCLUSIONS : The threshold zone luminance proposed in this study differs largely from that obtained from indoor tests and from the current tunnel lighting standard used worldwide; this difference may be attributed to the fact that the indoor tests did not incorporate driving workload, non-uniformity of luminance distribution in terms of sight, and factors that reduce the visibility of the driver, such as the light reflected into the driver's eyes. Hence, it is necessary to further review the factors that reduce the visibility of drivers approaching tunnels in order to determine the rational tunnel threshold zone luminance.

Machining of LED Secondary Lens for Road Light (확산배광을 위한 가로등용 LED 2 차렌즈의 제작)

  • Joo, J.J.;Park, Sun Sub;Song, S.B.
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Precision Engineering Conference
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    • 2012.10a
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    • pp.43-44
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    • 2012
  • 본 논문에서는 도로조명용 LED 이차광학계의 제조공정에서 발행하는 형상오차를 설계에 반영하여 제작 후 형상 정밀도를 높여 궁극적으로 도로조명의 조명율을 향상시키는 방법을 제시하였다. 이를 통하여 동일한 에너지를 소모로도 더 높은 광밀도를 가질수 있는 LED2 차렌즈의 제조방법을 제시하였다.

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Development of the Road Surface's Reflection Property Measuring System for Analysis of Road Lighting (도로 조명 분석을 위한 도로 포장 시료의 반사 특성 측정)

  • Sim, Sang-Man;Kim, Gi-Hoon;Kim, Hoon;Ji, Chul-Geun
    • Proceedings of the Korean Institute of IIIuminating and Electrical Installation Engineers Conference
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    • 1998.11a
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    • pp.147-150
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    • 1998
  • 도로 표면의 반사특성의 측정은 휘도 계산에 있어서 매우 중요하다. 이 연구에서는 도로 면의 반사특성을 측정할 수 있는 장치를 개발하고, 이를 이용하여 콘크리트 시료의 반사 특성을 측정하였다. 측정 결과를 이용하여 도로조명에 의한 휘도 분포를 계산한 결과, 측정값에 가까운 결과를 얻었다.

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