Energy Saving Method in an Illumination System for Brawijaya Museum Display

One of the most important aspects to consider is the lighting in the room and the lighting on display in the museum because if both lightings are adequate, people will be interested in the collection. The museum's illumination is determined by selecting a lightbulb with suitable illuminance needs and the appropriate corresponding color temperature (CCT). Insufficient lighting can have several consequences, such as visitors refusing to come because the room is too dark or excessive illumination of artifacts blinding visitors' eyes. The unsuitable lighting style can also cause harm to the artifact and cause it to require more electricity, resulting in increased costs. The author employed the single case study method of creating a prototype display in the shape of Vitrin with double illumination in this research. The primary lighting source is indirect light from the LED strip material, which illuminates the object. The second illumination uses LED spotlights to provide a detailed effect on the artifact. This spotlight is only activated when a visitor approaches the display at less than 60cm and stands a minimum of two seconds. The author utilizes an Arduino UNO board and an ultrasonic sensor at the bottom of the display to manage this automation. According to the results of trials with various circumstances, the prototype works to save energy in lighting museum exhibits. In addition to gaining energy-saving, choosing the suitable lamp material can help protect the collection from the damage caused by light-emitting.