The article "Integrating Lighting in the Internet of Things" (2018, Oct 29) shares insights about the advancement of lighting with the Internet Of Things(IOT). The article discusses the functions and features of SpaceWise wireless technology and describes how its enhanced lighting system can improve energy efficiency, therefore, reducing carbon footprint. Spacewise users are able to have personal control of the light settings at their own individual workplaces and meeting rooms with the use of an app, which is integrated in the IOT system. The mobile app has features such as dimming and switching and lets users to set schedules for any light settings. Users can simply control the brightness of the lights or switch them on or off on the app. The Spacewise app can be downloaded from the Google Play store. According to the Philips Lighting Blog website (2016), people can use the app to control the lights at their own convenience, which improves the users’ comfort and satisfaction in the building.
Philips (n.d.) introduces SpaceWise wireless technology because the website states that when lights are integrated with IOT technology, they are smart and easier to manage as compared to current lights. With IOT, it is easier to manage the power consumption of each light fixture. The technology is popular on the market due to the low cost sensors, microprocessors, and wireless communications to provide new types of services for individuals, consumers and businesses.
One of the features of SpaceWise wireless technology is the Philips Field App. The app allows users to alter sensor configuration patterns and select the desired light level of individual lights according to their needs. This is beneficial, for example, in a conference room where lights closer to the projection wall are to be dimmed or switched off while other lights are to be at higher light levels. The technology provides convenience for users to personalize light settings for better comfort and improve productivity.
Another feature of SpaceWise technology would be the dwell time feature. With this feature, users can create customized lighting zones in their own office space. This helps to improve energy savings as it provides full light output at occupied workstations and lower background light level at unoccupied workstations. Due to the wireless approach, the need to provide a controls design and intent with lighting circuits is not necessary. Sensors communicate virtually through the system and switch off the lighting zone after the last person leaves. Davidson (2016) states that using intelligent LED lighting systems reduced energy costs by 75% and increased productivity by 20%. Therefore, they are more efficient than traditional lights.
There is ease in installing in the lighting system which gives a competitive edge over its competitors. The plug and play set up makes installation easier. As a stand-alone system, there’s no need for any network or computer. The Philips Field App includes features for easy set up and connect wireless switches. SpaceWise ensures that the right settings is in line with changing needs in flexible office space.
SpaceWise is an innovative lighting system which makes it convenient for users to adjust the light levels in each office workspace and meeting rooms to suit their personal preferences. By switching to this lighting system, users can have better visual comfort which leads to better productivity. It helps to save on energy, therefore, reducing costs by paying for lighting when and where it is needed which is the purpose of the system.
References
LED Professional. (2018, October 29). Integrating Lighting in the
Internet of Things. Retrieved September 20, 2019 from https://www.led-professional.com/resources-1/articles/integrating-lighting-in-the-internet-of-things
Philips Lighting Blog. (2016, March 17). Philips SpaceWise Technology:
Delivering deep energy savings without compromising on occupant’s comfort.
Retrieved October 1, 2019 from http://applications.nam.lighting.philips.com/blog/index.php/2016/03/17/philips-spacewise-technology-delivering-deep-energy-savings-without-compromising-on-occupants-comfort/
Philips. (n.d). SpaceWise: Transform your workplace with a wireless
lighting system. Retrieved October 1, 2019 from https://www.lighting.philips.com/main/systems/lighting-systems/spacewise#benefits
Davidson, M. (2016, July 26). Case study: IoT lighting system cuts energy
costs, improves productivity. Retrieved October 1, 2019 from https://www.networkworld.com/article/3099682/case-study-iot-lighting-system-cuts-energy-costs-improves-productivity.html
Edited on 10 December 2019
