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Hunter L, a, b
vs.
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Figure 1. Opponent
Color Scales of
L, a, b.
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Hunter L, a, b
CIE L*a*b*
Mathematical
Function
Specifications or
Methods
Frequency of Use
Widespread use
Comparison to
Previous Data
Color Space
Sensitivity
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Conclusion
Both color scales are good selections when looking for a new method for a new type
of sample. If a color measuring instrument is being requested to meet a customers
requirement, then the customer may have a preference of scales. Industries often
have specific requirements as spelled out in ASTM methods and more.
References
Hunter, Richard S., and Harold, Richard W; The Measurement of
Appearance, 2nd ed., John Wiley and Sons, Inc. New York, NY USA, 1987.
CIE International Commission on Illumination, Recommendations on
Uniform Color Spaces, Color-Difference Equations, Psychometric Color
Terms, Supplement No. 2 to CIE Publication No. 15, Colorimetry, 1971
and 1978.
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