Application of Advanced Lighting Control Strategies in Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities
Ian Rowbottom, Lutron Electronics Co.
This presentation will be based on lighting control strategies we have implemented in health care facilities that not only meet the functional light requirements for the spaces but also offer opportunities to integrate the information and controllability of these systems into the building energy management and security systems. This connectibility allows for additional energy-efficiency opportunities, including demand responsive programs as well as enhanced information regarding space occupancy and temperature that can be used by the safety systems in the facility.
Biography:
Ian Rowbottom is the principal
applications engineer for Lutron Electronics. His achievements include
the development of neon cold cathode dimming technology (used in casinos,
restaurants, etc.), and direct current dimming technology (for use in
MRI rooms). He also holds patents on controls for individual lighting
fixtures.
While based in Tokyo, he successfully developed quality standards that
allowed Lutron to expand its business in the Japanese market—one
of the most competitive electronics markets in the world.
Dr. Rowbottom currently serves as Lutron's energy czar, guiding the corporation's
programs and approaches to address energy conservation and carbon emissions
reduction through its lighting and shading controls. He also acts as product
manager for Lutron's quantum total light management system, which optimizes
electric light and daylight to save energy and create a productive, comfortable,
visual environment.
Dr. Rowbottom earned his bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic
engineering from the University of Manchester Institute of Technology
(UMIT) in England. He continued his studies at UMIT, receiving a Ph.D.
in power electronics and electrical machine drives in 1988.