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FAY lamp

A FAY lamp is a type of lighting fixture primarily used in the film and television industry. These lamps are known for...

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Inky

What is an Inky? An Inky is a small, powerful Fresnel spotlight often used in film, television, and theater lighting . Its...

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Cyclorama lamp (Cyc Light)

A Cyclorama light (Cyc Light) is a specialized theatrical and studio light used to evenly illuminate a cyclorama (backdrop or wall) ....

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Sconce

A sconce is an old-fashioned candlestick with a handle , designed to easily carry a candle . Sconces were especially popular before...

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Tiffany lighting

Tiffany lighting refers to decorative lamps and fixtures made using Tiffany glass , a technique in which pieces of colored glass are...

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Awning lighting

Canopy lighting refers to lighting installed under an awning, canopy, or canopy , typically at commercial buildings, gas stations, entrances, or hospitality...

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Visual Approach Slope Indicator Systems (VASIS)

A Visual Approach Slope Indicator System (VASIS) is a visual aid for pilots to maintain a safe glide slope (approach slope) to...

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Troland (Td)

Troland (Td) is a measure of the light stimulation entering the eye, taking into account both the luminance of the light source...

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Threshold Increment (TI)

Threshold Increment (TI) is a measure of the eye's sensitivity under different lighting conditions, particularly in situations with scattered light or slight...

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Mesopic vision

Mesopic vision is the transitional mode between photopic (daylight) and scotopic (night) vision. It occurs in dim light or other situations with...

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Photopic vision

Photopic vision refers to seeing in bright light , when the cones in the retina are active. This is normal daytime vision...

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Scotopic vision

Scotopic vision refers to the human eye's ability to see in very low light, such as near-total darkness. This is primarily due...

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