The Influence of Surface Temperature on Colour Measurement
Introduction In the complex world of colour technology, precision is essential. Whether it concerns fashion, paint or digital media, ensuring colour consistency is crucial. Jiangning Che and his team at California State Polytechnic University investigated the influence of surface temperature on colour measurements. This study offers valuable insights for professionals dealing with colour accuracy. Research Design and Methodology Jiangning Che's team investigated thermochromic effects in ceramic tiles of various colours: white, mid-grey, dark grey, blue, green, yellow, orange and red. These tiles, supplied by X-Rite Inc., served as a model for their stability and widespread use as a colour standard. The experiments took place within a controlled temperature range of 10°C to 55°C. The colour measurements were carried out with a d/8° reflectance spectrophotometer, an instrument known for its high precision. Measurements were repeat…
Introduction
In the complex world of colour technology, precision is essential. Whether it concerns fashion, paint or digital media, ensuring colour consistency is crucial. Jiangning Che and his team at California State Polytechnic University investigated the influence of surface temperature on colour measurements. This study offers valuable insights for professionals dealing with colour accuracy.
Research Design and Methodology
Jiangning Che's team investigated thermochromic effects in ceramic tiles of various colours: white, mid-grey, dark grey, blue, green, yellow, orange and red. These tiles, supplied by X-Rite Inc., served as a model for their stability and widespread use as a colour standard. The experiments took place within a controlled temperature range of 10°C to 55°C.
The colour measurements were carried out with a d/8° reflectance spectrophotometer, an instrument known for its high precision. Measurements were repeated to ensure reliability, and the data was analysed using iQC software, ensuring consistent results.
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