Laser Eye Protection (LEP) imparts coloration to the wearer’s vision which can make viewing color displays problematic, either through mis-interpretation of color cues or masking specific colors completely. With the increasing use of color displays in laboratory and medical equipment, the impact of LEP coloration on laser users is of growing relevance. A simple model has been created to allow the appearance of color displays to be simulated as if wearing LEP. The model is based upon an implementation of the CIECAM02 color appearance model that allows for chromatic adaptation. Potential applications include the design of software interfaces to maximize compatibility with LEP, and the selection of appropriate LEP to permit viewing of specific display systems.

Topics
Eye protection, Biomedical equipment, Software interfaces
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