New browser‑based light‑pollution simulator uses real photometric data
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- Category: Technology
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 05:08 UTC
- Sources: Hacker News
A developer released an open‑source, browser‑based simulator that visualizes urban light pollution using authentic photometric data sources. The tool parses standard luminaire files and runs lighting design calculations to render realistic sky‑glow effects in the Bevy engine. It aims to help planners and enthusiasts explore the impact of street lighting on night‑time sky visibility.