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A Control Method for Optimizing the Spectral Ratio Characteristics of LED Lighting to Provide Color Rendering Performance Comparable to Natural Light

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Light-emitting diode or LED lighting often faces challenges with color rendering due to its unique spectral characteristics compared to natural light. While efforts to enhance the color rendering index (CRI) have typically focused on improving light source elements, there has been less attention on optimizing the software aspects, such as the combination of light sources and spectral composition. Notably, there has been no efficient method proposed specifically for enhancing R9 and R12, which are critical for improving overall color rendering in LED lighting. This paper presents an optimization control method based on the spectral ratios of LED lighting to achieve color rendering similar to natural light. By analyzing the wavelength characteristics of both natural and artificial light, a high CRI light was realized through reinforcement of deficient wavelength bands. Experimental results showed an average CRI of 97, with R9 and R12 values around 93 and 98, respectively, demonstrating that LED technology can achieve color renderings comparable to natural light.

Source: Sensors

DOI: 10.3390/s25247453

Authors: Seung-Teak Oh, Ji-Young Lee, Jae-Hyun Lim

Institution: Kongju National University

Language: English

Topic: Color Science and Applications

Subfield: Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137

Funders: National Research Foundation, National Research Foundation of Korea