Energy Absorption Considerations in Motion-Picture Projection

Eric A. Yavitz

Data on the energy absorption characteristics of color and black-and-white release films are presented. Calculations are made of the relative energy absorbed by these films when projected with a high-intensity carbon arc in conjunction with a silver or dichroic reflector. The results are compared and their significance and implications are discussed. The spectral distribution of the incident energy and its important bearing upon the performance of color films are reviewed.

Print ISSN
Published
1961-09
Content type
Original Research
DOI
10.5594/J09376