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D-MU™ SMART MUSEUM DISPLAY CASES

Our D-Mu™ smart museum display case reduces photo-chemical deterioration of light sensitive works of art such as ancient books, photographs, paintings and sculptures.

When a visitor approaches the display case, a proximity sensor activates the display case into a transparent state, allowing the visitor to enjoy the work of art.

When no-one is present, the display case automatically turns opaque, protecting the museum piece from damaging UV-, visible and near infra-red light.

White Paper: Controlling Light Damage on Museum Art using Smart Glass

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Benefits:

• Reduces museum lighting by only illuminating pieces if someone is present
• Reduces need for expensive UV filters and window shades
• Reduces museum piece restoration costs thanks to lower levels of light exposure
• Level of protection is configurable per museum artefact
• Permits use of natural lighting in museum without risk of damage to displayed works
• Use of natural light improves health and enjoyment of museum staff and visitors
• Increases the lifetime of light-sensitive works of art

Additional smart information services allow:

• Exact measurement of the total light exposure time per museum item
• From this estimate of light damage we can calculate the resulting restoration costs and planned restoration dates
• Count the number of visits this year received per displayed museum item (or for all items on show)
• This can help museum display planners to relocate museum pieces or remove items which receive few visits