WSEAS Transactions on Circuits and Systems
Print ISSN: 1109-2734, E-ISSN: 2224-266X
Volume 14, 2015
Power Quality Analysis of Domestic Lamps Available in the Brazilian Market
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Abstract: Different economic sectors have attempted to find solutions to mitigate the effect of the global energy crisis. Reducing energy consumption in its various forms is necessary, due to economic and environmental reasons, among others. The rational use of energy is one solution to this problem. It is estimated that 20% of Brazil’s residential electricity consumption is spent on lighting. Thus, replacing lamps of high consumption by more efficient light bulbs is one method to reduce energy consumption. This paper presents a comparison of energy efficiency indicators among domestic lighting lamps available in the Brazilian market, specifically, incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), and light emitting diode lamps (LEDs). Despite this activity (exchange of lamps technology) is widespread in many countries, it is important for researchers to analyze in detail what is being offered in the local market and if the policies and equipment standardization are being met by lighting equipment suppliers. This paper presents and compares results based on an analysis of some power quality criteria (without going into details in rectifier circuits used). This research can be applied to similar products in any country or region, and it can support other researches related to the real impact of new lighting technologies in order to reduce energy consumption in residential buildings (as presented) and others buildings.
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Pages: 388-398
WSEAS Transactions on Circuits and Systems, ISSN / E-ISSN: 1109-2734 / 2224-266X, Volume 14, 2015, Art. #45