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License Plate Recognition: How it Works & How It’s Used
New camera technology has led us to new license plate recognition (LPR) possibilities and it’s now available and more affordable than ever for businesses and individuals outside of law enforcement agencies. But how does this new technology work and what can it be used for? We cover a bit of that here. From Camera to … Continue reading “License Plate Recognition: How it Works & How It’s Used”
The Infrared Science Behind Night Vision Displays
Did you know that the image intensifier tubes in a night vision imaging system (NVIS) produce a better image of a scene with low light conditions? Like the military’s night-vision equipment, the latest automotive display systems register images based on body heat, producing images that resemble a negative photo. The way night vision works is … Continue reading “The Infrared Science Behind Night Vision Displays”
Facts About Microscopic Light Getting On A Element
If you have a low-powered microscope, it does not need any additional light other than the light that comes from your room or open area. Most of the recently available microscopes have a built-in light which is also known as an illuminator. The purpose of this is to ensure you can see the specimen’s internal … Continue reading “Facts About Microscopic Light Getting On A Element”
What Are Some Different Types Of White Light Bulbs?
Did you know that there are different white light bulbs, warm white, soft white, cool white, and daylight light bulbs? In the past, we had incandescent bulbs. We have been using these at our homes; hence we were comfortable with warm-looking lighting. Then came along compact fluorescent bulbs. With these got used to light that … Continue reading “What Are Some Different Types Of White Light Bulbs?”
How Does Blue Light Affect Our Eyes?
Did you know that sunlight contains invisible ultraviolet rays that can harm the skin and eyes? Based on studies, it’s known that many people do not know that that the sun’s visible light, which is primarily blue light, can damage our eyes and can cause macular degeneration. What Is The Blue Light We’re Talking About … Continue reading “How Does Blue Light Affect Our Eyes?”
Learn More About Cool White Light Bulbs?
We know that the room’s ambiance heavily depends on the tight you have set up in the location. It can make or break the room’s mood; hence, you must choose the right kind of lighting for your requirement. Warm light will be good when you are relaxing and spending some leisurely time, but cool white … Continue reading “Learn More About Cool White Light Bulbs?”
Can You Use Infrared Thermometer On Humans?
Yes, you can use an infrared thermometer to measure human-forehead temperature because human body temperature is benchmarked as vital signs. You can measure body temperature at regular intervals to estimate the degree of “sickness” of an individual. Temperature check has been a technique for ages, but its interpretation is still being questioned. How Do You … Continue reading “Can You Use Infrared Thermometer On Humans?”
Some Facts About Visible Light
The light which we can see, visible light, travels almost 186,282 miles per second through space. You can identify visible light because of the cone-shaped cells in your eyes that can sense light wavelengths. Humans cannot see other light types because their wavelength is either too small or too large to be detected by our … Continue reading “Some Facts About Visible Light”
What is a Infrared Illuminator?
An infrared illuminator or an IR illuminator is a device that transmits light in the infrared spectrum. Infrared light which can also be known as infrared radiation has a longer wavelength than visible light hence it is experienced as heat. When directly viewed, the infrared radiation is not visible to the human eye. But the … Continue reading “What is a Infrared Illuminator?”
What is the speed of light?
You’ve seen it in movies and heard it from everyone, but do you really know is the what the speed of light? What is the speed of light? An astronomer had once determined that light moves at a speed of 301.000 kilometers per second. Earth’s rotation around the Sun was the basis of his calculation. … Continue reading “What is the speed of light?”