Design of an integrating sphere as a uniform illumination source

@article{Ducharme1997DesignOA,
  title={Design of an integrating sphere as a uniform illumination source},
  author={Alfred Ducharme and Arnold Daniels and Eric B. Grann and Glenn D. Boreman},
  journal={IEEE Transactions on Education},
  year={1997},
  volume={40},
  pages={131-134}
}
The design and fabrication of an integrating sphere to provide a uniform illumination source was the basis for a student laboratory project. The design process emphasizes several important concepts in radiometry. An integrating sphere is a useful component for other student laboratory experiments, and the design presented is cost-effective when compared with commercially available products. 
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