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Beams photometric characteristics

The headlight projectors are components that must comply with optical regulations. Regulations define optical performance in several illuminated zones that are compiled in photometric charts. Photometric charts have regular amendments and updates as lighting systems are developed and improved. The aim is always to define illumination mapping according to: l Road environments. l Lighting technologies. l Additional driving assistance features. 8.1. What must be illuminated on the road?

1 - Eye fixation 2 - Rear view mirror

3 - Posted panels (50 m) 4 - Posted panel (100 m) 5 - Opposers eyes (50 m) 6 - Road signs (50 m) 7 - Road signs (100 m) 8 - Pedestrians (50 m) 9 - Crash barriers (50 m)

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The areas to be illuminated or not in front of the vehicle and their respective illuminance levels are the basis of photometric charts .

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