Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP
Future technologies will optimize the use of daylight and artificial light in our surroundings.
Technology development
Light in tomorrow’s technologies
In this field, researchers of the working group Lighting Technology and Passive Solar Systems are focusing on the development of future technologies for energy-efficient lighting systems with high visual quality. The aim of the development processes is to improve the integration of daylight and artificial light inside buildings. The experience gained over the years enables us to assist customers as well as project partners in launching jointly-developed technologies onto the market.
The main focus of the development work is on:
- micro-optical structures for façades to direct light, and LED lighting integrated into glass panes,
- full spectrum LEDs, which offer a spectrum more similar to daylight than conventional LEDs,
- integrated lighting management solutions that regulate the amount of daylight and artificial lighting according to workplace requirements in order to optimize comfort and energy consumption.