PROPOSTA PARA REESTRUTURAÇÃO DO SISTEMA DE ILUMINAÇÃO PÚBLICA DE UMA AVENIDA NA CIDADE DE ELOI MENDES COM VISTAS A OTIMIZAÇÃO DO SISTEMA NOS ASPECTOS ENERGÉTICO E FUNCIONAL

Abstract

The theme of this work is the public lighting system. Its purpose is to present a proposal for improvements or changes in the public lighting system Avenue Dom Pedro II, located in Eloi Mendes, Minas Gerais, in order to maximize their effectiveness in technical, economic, social and environmental aspect. Therefore, it was necessary to evaluate both the current system and the proposed new model in the above aspects; comparing the old system with the modern; specify the materials and installation equipment for each system type and demonstrate the feasibility of the project. The methodology was characterized by identifying the category of road; its lighting class and the parameters that are used to assess the quality of the system and are required by the ABNT (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards). Even in this respect it was necessary to analyze the technical specifications established by the local power utility for both luminaire installed on the avenue and to the simulated models, evaluate the fixtures in the technology field, survey the configuration and installation data; and make measurements of illuminance on the spot, according to ABNT. We were also carried out simulations of the Avenue Dom Pedro II lighting system in LuxSIMON 10 software, quantification and budget of materials and installation equipment for each type of simulated system. The development of this work made possible the realization of the following statements: the current system is not feasible in technical aspect, energy, social and environmental sustainability in relation to the proposed system. Moreover, there is need to modernize it due to some technical settings of the installation which makes it more susceptible to failures that can compromise system operation and generate risk the safety of others. On the other hand, we can highlight the efficiency of LED technology and the benefits of its implementation as the reduction of energy consumption and expenses related to consumption and corrective maintenance. Furthermore, it is assumed greater preservation of the environment, increased system reliability and public safety; a greater appreciation of the urban space; and consequently the quality of life of the system users. One can also say that investment despite unfeasible in economic aspect is a measure that maximizes the quality of services in the public lighting system.