| 摘要 |
<p>The mini-optical light shelf is a daylighting system implemented in the paradigm of a window treatment that is applicable to both new installations as well as existing window glazing. In particular, the mini-optical light shelf (101) is a passive, static optical device which receives daylight transmitted through a window (502) and efficiently redirects it onto the interior ceiling surface in a diffuse manner, thereby creating a useful source of interior illumination. The mini-optical light shelf includes multiple shelves, each of which contains an optically shaped top surface (105) to allow light to be efficiently collected and accurately directed onto the ceiling surface (CL). The optical elements (115) are narrow and can be implemented in the paradigm of a window treatment. The window area is partitioned into a view related glazing section (V) and a daylight collection and redirection glazing area (D). The occupant's views out of the building remain relatively unobstructed through the view related area of the glazing to a height of approximately seven feet. Traditional window treatments can be used for this portion of the glazing for shading, privacy, and blackout control. The sunlight incident on the daylight collection area of the glazing is collected and redirected onto the ceiling plane in a glare free manner.</p> |
