A LIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM FOR USE WITHIN A HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT

摘要

The invention relates to a control sys tem (100) for an ambient light environment in a room in a hospital environment. The control system is configured to time and synchronize light effects of the ambient light environment (170, 190) in response to sensor signals (111-113) from patient location sensors (121) or other sensors (122,123) for detecting if a clinical instrument is activated, moved or taken into use or for detecting heart rate. Light effects may be used by the clinical personnel to improve quality and speed of the examination and to create a calming atmosphere for the patient. However, different light effects are required at different times and for different durations. Therefore, timing of the light effects relative to sensor signals may improve workflow and patient comfort.

主权项

1. A light control system (100) for controlling lighting in a room within a hospital environment, the control system comprising,
a controller (101) having an input (110) for receiving a first sensor signal (111) indicative of a location or movement of a clinical instrument, and an output (130) for outputting at least a first control signal to a controllable light (170), where the controller is configured to generate the first control signal in response to the first sensor signal, a time-scheduler (180) configured to delay the outputting or the generation of the first control signal, where the delay is set relative to a time of receipt of the first sensor signal.