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公开(公告)号:US11297707B2
公开(公告)日:2022-04-05
申请号:US17407643
申请日:2021-08-20
Applicant: SUNTRACKER TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
Inventor: Ian Edward Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
Abstract: A biological lighting system to provide temporally- and spatially-modulated photon flux output and spectral power distributions to plants on a circadian and circannual basis, or circadian and life cycle basis, to maximize effective and efficient growth in a horticultural setting. The photon flux or irradiance output and the spectral power distribution are modulated to match circadian and circannual rhythms, with individual or multiple luminaires controlled through one or more controllers. Different lighting spectra can be employed depending on the direction of illumination. The photon flux or irradiance output and the spectral power distribution may be set as best suited for any particular plant species, and the system is also useful for raising animals.
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公开(公告)号:US20210259158A1
公开(公告)日:2021-08-26
申请号:US17314858
申请日:2021-05-07
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Edward Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
Abstract: Laser light emanates from optical components that are mounted on a substrate, each optical component being coupled to an optical fiber that delivers laser radiation combined from multiple lasers. A linear or elliptical holographic diffuser is located to diffuse the light emanating from the optical components. The laser wavelengths excite plant photopigments for predetermined physiological responses, and the light source intensities may be temporally modulated to maximize photosynthesis and control photomorphogenesis responses. Each laser is independently controlled. At least one laser emits ultraviolet-C radiation.
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公开(公告)号:US11102867B2
公开(公告)日:2021-08-24
申请号:US16615321
申请日:2018-08-01
Applicant: SUNTRACKER TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
Inventor: Ian Edward Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
Abstract: A biological lighting system to provide temporally- and spatially-modulated photon flux output and spectral power distributions to plants on a circadian and circannual basis, or circadian and life cycle basis, to maximize effective and efficient growth in a horticultural setting. The photon flux or irradiance output and the spectral power distribution are modulated to match circadian and circannual rhythms, with individual or multiple luminaires controlled through one or more controllers. Different lighting spectra can be employed depending on the direction of illumination. The photon flux or irradiance output and the spectral power distribution may be set as best suited for any particular plant species, and the system is also useful for raising animals.
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公开(公告)号:US20210029891A1
公开(公告)日:2021-02-04
申请号:US16981596
申请日:2019-03-22
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Edward Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
Abstract: Laser light emanates from optical components that are mounted on a substrate, each optical component being coupled to an optical fiber that delivers laser radiation combined from multiple lasers. A linear or elliptical holographic diffuser is located to diffuse the light emanating from the optical components. The laser wavelengths excite plant photopigments for predetermined physiological responses, and the light source intensities may be temporally modulated to maximize photosynthesis and control photomorphogenesis responses. Each laser is independently controlled.
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公开(公告)号:US20200344858A1
公开(公告)日:2020-10-29
申请号:US16926677
申请日:2020-07-11
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Edward Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
IPC: H05B45/335 , A01G7/04 , F21K9/66 , F21K9/64
Abstract: Electric light sources typically exhibit temporal variations in luminous flux output, commonly referred to as “flicker.” Flicker, or temporal modulation, is known to influence the growth, health and behavior patterns of humans, and is also linked to growth, health and behavior patterns throughout the growth cycle of plants and animals. Control of peak radiant flux emitted by a light source to temporally modulate a light source will allow for the control of plants and animals for sustainable farming including but not limited to horticultural, agricultural, or aquacultural endeavors. The light source allows the transmission of daylight, which is combined with the flicker.
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公开(公告)号:US10785849B2
公开(公告)日:2020-09-22
申请号:US16387329
申请日:2019-04-17
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
IPC: H05B47/105 , H05B47/155 , G05B15/02 , G06F17/11 , H05B45/20 , H05B47/11 , H05B47/16 , G06F30/13 , G06F30/20 , G05B19/042 , G05B19/048 , F24F11/30 , F24F120/10 , F24F130/20 , F24F11/47 , G06F119/06
Abstract: In an example, an expected sky condition is calculated for a geographic location, a time of day, and a date based on a mathematical model. A predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation within the environment is calculated based on the expected sky condition. Measurement data from one or more photosensors is obtained that provides measurements of an initial distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment, including radiation from solar and electrical lighting sources. A target distribution of direct and interreflected artificial electromagnetic radiation produced by electrical lighting is determined, based on the measurement data and the predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation, to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment. Output parameters are set to one or more devices to modify the initial distribution to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment, including diffusion characteristics of the materials between environments.
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公开(公告)号:US20190246478A1
公开(公告)日:2019-08-08
申请号:US16387329
申请日:2019-04-17
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
Abstract: In an example, an expected sky condition is calculated for a geographic location, a time of day, and a date based on a mathematical model. A predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation within the environment is calculated based on the expected sky condition. Measurement data from one or more photosensors is obtained that provides measurements of an initial distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment, including radiation from solar and electrical lighting sources. A target distribution of direct and interreflected artificial electromagnetic radiation produced by electrical lighting is determined, based on the measurement data and the predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation, to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment. Output parameters are set to one or more devices to modify the initial distribution to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment, including diffusion characteristics of the materials between environments.
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公开(公告)号:US20170185057A1
公开(公告)日:2017-06-29
申请号:US15407176
申请日:2017-01-16
Applicant: Suntracker Technologies Ltd.
Inventor: Ian Ashdown , Wallace Jay Scott
IPC: G05B19/042 , G06F17/50 , G06F17/11
CPC classification number: G05B19/042 , F24F11/30 , F24F11/47 , F24F2120/10 , F24F2130/20 , F24S2201/00 , G05B15/02 , G05B2219/2642 , G06F17/11 , G06F17/5009 , H05B37/0218 , H05B37/0227 , H05B37/0281 , Y02B20/42 , Y02B20/46
Abstract: In an example, an expected sky condition is calculated for a geographic location, a time of day, and a date based on a mathematical model. A predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation within the environment is calculated based on the expected sky condition. Measurement data from one or more photosensors is obtained that provides measurements of an initial distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment, including radiation from solar and electrical lighting sources. A target distribution of direct and interreflected artificial electromagnetic radiation produced by electrical lighting is determined, based on the measurement data and the predicted distribution of direct and interreflected solar radiation, to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment. Output parameters are set to one or more devices to modify the initial distribution to achieve the target distribution of direct and interreflected radiation within the environment.
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