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Description

Radiance is designed to assist lighting designers and architects in forecasting the illumination levels and visual characteristics of a space before it is built. This software package comprises tools for modeling and converting scene geometry, luminaire specifications, and material attributes, all essential for the simulation process. Utilizing ray tracing techniques, the lighting simulation calculates radiance values—representing the amount of light that travels through a specific point in a designated direction—and typically presents these values in a high-quality photographic image format. Users can analyze, view, and modify the resulting images within the software, as well as export them to various widely-used image file formats, thus enabling the creation of printed outputs. Of particular importance to users is the primary component of the Radiance package: the lighting simulation engine, which not only determines light levels but also generates detailed images, allowing for enhanced visualization and assessment of lighting designs. Furthermore, this capability aids in refining the design process by offering insights into potential adjustments before actual construction begins.

Description

The development of Raylectron spanned several years, involving extensive research and experimentation. Crafting such sophisticated software is quite challenging. Although ray tracing techniques have been around for a significant period before Raylectron’s inception, they often lack true photorealism. To achieve a lifelike appearance, it is essential to accurately trace the light's path to illuminate the various objects within a scene, necessitating a deep understanding of physical laws, particularly how photons behave when they collide with surfaces. In reality, photons move at light speed, allowing us to perceive illumination almost instantaneously. However, replicating this effect in a computer program is far from straightforward. The speed of calculations presents a significant hurdle, as computers cannot process information at the speed of light. Additionally, the underlying mathematics is incredibly intricate and demanding. Raylectron integrates all these complex features into a single, user-friendly software solution. It offers users an extensive selection of illumination options and allows for real-time texturing of models, making the process more accessible than ever before. This seamless combination of capabilities elevates the user experience significantly.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Rayfront
SketchUp

Integrations

Rayfront
SketchUp

Pricing Details

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Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$99.95 per license
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Radiance

Website

www.radiance-online.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Raylectron

Country

Canada

Website

raylectron.com/webver2/

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