Delphi4LED - From measurements to standardized multi-domain compact models of Light Emitting Diodes (LED)

Currently, LED datasheets report a single figure of merit: the thermal resistance, Rth. This figure of merit is generally specified for one ill-defined operating condition and does not adequately address the intertwined relations among optical, thermal, and electrical performance requirements. Effective luminaire design requires more granularity than is currently available in conventional LED datasheets. A comprehensive mathematical description of LEDs that includes thermal, optical, and electrical performance is needed to establish the complete working space of each LED used at luminaire levels. This will allow designers to account for the effects of other LEDs and electronic components.