FLUCS
Design mode calculates, using the UK CIBSE design method, the optimum number and spacing of identical luminaires in a rectangular array to provide the required illumination levels on the working surface and to meet the maximum glare requirement. Analysis mode calculates the actual illumination levels due to any number of luminaires of any type, taking into account the reflections from walls, ceiling, floor and partitions. Illumination levels due to daylight through windows can also be calculated separately or combined with the artificial lighting. It includes a large database of manufacturers' luminaires and lamps. This database is editable and data may be imported/exported in CIBSE or IES (North America) format.
Keywords
illumination, daylighting
Validation/Testing
N/A
Expertise Required
Lighting and electrical design.
Users
Many throughout the UK and Europe.
Audience
Electrical building services engineers and lighting designers.
Input
Design mode requires room dimensions, working surface height, surface reflectances, minimum illumination level, and maximum glare. Analysis mode requires room dimensions, working surface height, window and partition locations, surface reflectances, and illumination plane.
Output
Single-page plots of room layout or illumination levels (in plan or pseudo-3d). Single-page printouts of input data or illumination levels. Output file with selected input data and results.
Computer Platform
PC running Windows 95/98 or NT (3.51 or higher). 100 MB RAM, 100 MB disk space, CD-ROM drive.
Programming Language
Visual Basic, Fortran 77
Strengths
Large database, CIBSE design method.
Weaknesses
Not ideal for non-rectangular rooms and sloping ceiling.
Contact
Company: |
IES Limited |
Address: |
141 St James Road |
Telephone: |
+44 (141) 226 3662 |
Facsimile: |
+44 (141) 226 3747 |
E-mail: |
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Website: |
Availability
Contact IES at the above address or visit the IES4D web site.