College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2026-04-28 12:34:28
Major
Electrical Engineering
Honors Course
ELEN 402
Number of Credits
3
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2026
Abstract
The Adaptive Lighting System is a modular network of components that requires minimal installation in homes. Additionally, all components of the system communicate wirelessly and interface with a mobile application. The system utilizes occupancy and daylight sensors to detect the environment of a room and adjust the lighting accordingly. The system detects ambient lighting as well as occupancy within a room. Using the data collected from the sensors, the system adjusts lighting temperature, color, and brightness. The user can also manually control these settings. The Adaptive Lighting System aims to help regulate circadian rhythm, so there is a configuration in the application that will adjust the lighting throughout the day to mimic natural circadian lighting. Mimicking natural circadian lighting leverages the benefits of both warm and cool light, boosting mood and alertness during the day while promoting relaxation and better sleep at night by aligning indoor lighting with the body’s natural rhythms.
Research Sponsor
Michael Lichter
First Reader
Michael Lichter
Second Reader
Ali Elrayyah
Honors Faculty Advisor
Yilmaz Sozer
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Community Engaged Scholarship
No
Recommended Citation
Samerdak, Jacob; Schwartz, Ethan; Breen, Brandon; and Carozza, Matthew, "Adaptive Lighting System" (2026). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2139.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2139