READY TO GO COOL EFFICIENT LIGHT
RTG CEL
by
Richard Tyler Greene Jr
Ready
To Grow Cool Efficient Light (RTG CEL) by Richard
Tyler Greene Jr is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States
License.
The purpose of a lighting instrument is to turn electricity into electromagnetic radiation in the form of light needed efficiently as possible.
Common lighting devices (including other LED lights)
emit a wide range of radiation, including heat, often not needed for
the intended purpose, illumination; and this energy is often pulsed
at a high rate so it appears to be consistently on to the human eye
but causing a drop in needed luminance at a specific wavelength and
over a finite amount of time and space in relation to power
consumption. Furthermore the heat generated is often removed by a
fan or other method leading to more power use and heat
generation.
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Cool
and efficient light providing consistent, constant, controlled,
wavelength specific and directional illumination. The cool efficient
light (CEL for short) emits the wanted wavelengths of light
directionally while dissipating the heat through the reflector. The
light output can be smooth and not pulsed leading to a higher ratio
of light over time. Choosing the right emitters for the intended use
it is possible to emit wanted wavelengths of light in the wanted
place with minimal extra radiation such as heat or UV rays
The present invention relates to a Cool and efficient light providing
consistent, constant, controlled, wavelength specific and directional
illumination. The cool efficient light (CEL for short) emits the
wanted wavelengths of light directionally while dissipating the heat
through the reflector. The light output can be smooth and not pulsed
leading to a higher ratio of light over time. Choosing the right
emitters for the intended use it is possible to emit wanted wavelengths
of light in the wanted place with minimal extra radiation such as heat
or UV rays.
The device is comprised of the following:
A. Wavelength specific emitter
B. Heat sink and reflector
C. Direct current power source
D. Load resistor OR current limiting device
E. Frame
F. Cool Efficient Light
G. Electrical conductor
The Cool Efficient Light (F) device is an electric device that emits
desired wavelengths of energy including but not limited to visible
light, such as a lighting fixture or light, and may be anywhere from
very small, or terribly large.
The wavelength specific emitter (A) is an electronic device emitting
specific wavelength(s) radiation including but not limited to visible
light. The emitter (A) could include future yet to be invented or
conceived emitters and current emitters such as but not limited to LED,
light emitting diodes, and other devices that emit specific
wavelength(s). The emitter (A) will emit its energy when some
electricity is applied.
The heat sink and reflector (B) provides adequate heat dissipation for
emitter function while reflecting usable energy in the desired
direction. The heat sink and reflector (B) can be constructed of any
materiel that provides enough heat dissipation for the emitter to
operate including but not limited to aluminum. A polished surface is
recommended to reflect as much energy as possible. The heat sink and
reflector (B) can be constructed out of multiple pieces or out of one
piece but should be assembled with an appropriate thermal compound or
something in way to ensure proper thermal conductivity.
A more complex load resistor or current limiting device (D) may be used
in order to control the release of energy. Smaller and more efficient
components could allow for a smaller more streamlined frame (E). The
direct current power source (C) and the load resistor or current
limiting device (D) could be integrated as one unit. An onboard control
computer could be added to control modulation of different emitters on
the same light or to control the light over time. Furthermore lights
could be controlled from a central device. Multiple emitters could also
be used. Emitters that have multiple colors on the same device could
also be used.
The cool efficient light (F) drawn has three heat sink and reflectors
(B) but the cool efficient light (F) can have any number of any size
heat sink and reflector(s). The frame (E) can be adjusted to any size
or shape. Multiple emitters (A) can be attached to the heat sink
reflector (B). Different or multiple direct current power sources (C)
can be used. The load resistor or current limiting device (D) is
connected between the wavelength specific emitter (A) and the direct
current power source (C) to control the amount of electricity in the
emitter (A).
Wavelength specific emitter(s) (A) can be place on the heat sink
reflector (B) so the desired output is directed forward while the heat
generated by the emitter(s) is dissipated by the heat sink reflector
(B). The heat sink reflector(s) (B) with attached wavelength specific
emitter(s) (A) can be fastened to the frame (E) along with the direct
current power source(s) (C) and the load resistor(s) or current
limiting device(s). Conductor(s) (G) connect the direct current power
source(s) (C) to the wavelength specific emitter(s) (A) through the
load resistor(s) or current limiting device(s) (D). All the components
do not need to be connected to the frame or to each other in order to
function as long as they are connected via the conductors (G). The
direct current power supply(s) (C) and load resistor(s) or current
limiting device(s) (D) could be in a separate frame (E) than the heat
sink and reflector(s) and wavelength specific emitter(s) (A) as long as
they are connected with conductor(s) (G).
The direct current power source (C) supplies electricity through the
load resistor or current limiting device (D) to the wavelength specific
emitter (A) that is attached to the heat sink reflector (B) and energy
is emitted out of the wavelength specific emitter (A). The heat
generated by the wavelength specific emitter (A) is dissipated by the
heat sink and reflector (B) while the specific wavelengths produced are
also directed by reflection.
When the direct current power supply (C) is connected to the wavelength
specific emitter (A) and the load resistor or current limiting device
(D) via the conductor (G) the electricity causes the wavelength
specific emitter (A) to emit light that is reflected and heat that is
dissipated through the heat sink and reflector (B).
Attach the wavelength specific emitter(s) (A) to the heat sink and
reflector (B) in a way that ensures good thermal conductivity between
devices. The heat sink and reflector should be made from a materiel
that can dissipate enough heat from the wavelength specific emitter(s)
(A) and reflect any usable energy in the desired direction. The
wavelength specific emitter(s) (A) should be chosen for the required
output and an appropriate load resistor or current limiting device (D)
is placed in line with the direct current power source (C) and the
wavelength specific emitter (A). The conductor (G) should be of
sufficient size or capacity to safely conduct the electricity between
the components. The direct current power source (C) should be rated to
handle the load with proper safety factor. The components should be
connected in accordance with manufactures specifications.
The direct current power source (C) and load resistor or current
limiting device (D) can be combined. The direct current power source
(C) and/or load resistor or current limiting device (D) can be moved to
a separate unit. Additional devices can attach to the heat sink and
reflector (B) to increase thermal mass such as but not limited to a
water cooling system or fans. A switch or switches may be added for
control.
The cool efficient light (F) works as long as the direct current power
source (C) is supplying electricity. The cool efficient light (F) is
used where efficiency is needed as well as wavelength specific output.
The cool efficient light (F) can be used for any lighting application.
The cool efficient light (F) can be used for but not limited to fish
tanks, horticulture, plant growth, live entertainment, still
photography, desk lamps, photo therapy, human cell repair, concerts,
film, TV, buildings, eco-friendly lighting, mobile homes, cars,
military, parties, corporate events, landscape lighting, marine
lighting, and space exploration.
Current lighting methods, including the sun, radiate a broad assortment
of different wavelengths across the electromagnetic spectrum and
extending into and in some cases past the infrared and ultraviolet
spectrum. Humans, animals and plants do not need this entire spectrum
to live and grow and furthermore certain wavelengths can be harmful to
life. Current lighting fixtures can be wavelength specific but often
the wrong wavelength is used or there is not enough of the needed
wavelengths proportionally to the unneeded wavelengths such as heat.
Also current makers of lighting fixtures often use modulation to drive
the illuminator electronically. My light converts energy into the
needed direct current to drive the emitter and therefore there is no
pulse or strobe in the light output unless a modulator is introduced
for that purpose.
Common
lighting devices emit a wide range of radiation, including heat, often
not needed for the intended purpose, illumination; and this energy is
often pulsed at a high rate so it appears to be consistently on to the
human eye but causing a drop in needed luminance at a specific
wavelength and over a finite amount of time and space in relation to
power consumption. Furthermore the heat generated is often removed by a
fan or other method leading to more power use and heat generation.
Original RTG CEL drawings.
RTG CEL
NOTES
LEDs and resistor values need to be calculated to be effective.
RTG CEL is a light delivery system and any number of light emitting devices can be used.
WARNING
PLEASE READ
Use
at own risk!
Grow responsibly!
QUICKSTART GROW GUIDE
1. Remove all packing materials and visually inspect the CEL for any damage such as broken or frayed wires, dents, or any shipping damage. If the unit is damaged call tech support immediately.
2. Check that the supplied electricity matches the fixture rating , power up the CEL and check that all the LEDs are lit.
3. Position the CEL no more than five (5) feet away from what you want to grow. If the CEL is too close to the plant the LEDs will bleach spots on the plant. Experiment to find what works best for your particular situation. CEL will work in any orientation.
4. Maintain air temperature between 60 and 80 degrees for optimal growth. CEL reaches peak performance during this temperature range.
5. A timer is recommended to limit light exposure to 18 hours a day for vegetative growth cycle and 12 hours a day to simulate fall for blooming to take place in plants that are sensitive to a photo period.
GROW INSTRUCTIONS
After you decide on the layout of your space and the positioning of your CEL you will need to devote most of your attention to the immediate growing environment. CEL is designed to capitalize on the natural relationship between humans and plants. If you are comfortable in the growing environment then your plants will be comfortable in the environment given the right amount of light. Pay attention to the directions on the products you use in your grow. Keep in mind plants need light, water, food, and air to grow. The purest ph balanced water available should be used in your grow. Fans are not necessary to cool the lights but they do help strengthen the stems and ruffle the leaves allowing light to penetrate deeper into the foliage. Try to keep the grow environment as natural as possible. Do not enclose your space unless it is necessary. The more space a plant has to grow the more it will flourish. Simpler is better, especially if it is your first attempt to grow under artificial light. Always design your grow for the end result. Count on your plants growing into the environment rather than filling up your space immediately.
Ready
To Grow Cool Efficient Light (RTG CEL) by Richard
Tyler Greene Jr is licensed under a Creative
Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States
License.
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Ready To Grow Cool Efficient Light (RTG CEL) by Richard Tyler
Greene Jr is licensed under a Creative Commons
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