Recommended background for Smart Lighting research and education includes a variety of basic information on optics (see subtopic list). The key introductory resources listed under each subtopic are provided as a starting point for anyone interested in better understanding Smart Lighting and the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fundamentals that play a significant role in this exciting new discipline.
Optical Materials
Imaging & Non-Imaging Optics
Luminaire Design Optics
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Information on our Engineering Research Center: Smart Lighting ERC & Education & Outreach
Revised: 7 April, 2013