Could my I.R lowpass goggles work without using light from the sun?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using I.R. lowpass goggles in a science project without relying on sunlight. The participant is exploring the effects of different light sources on color perception through these goggles in a controlled setting.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires whether the goggles will function with artificial light sources instead of sunlight, planning to use various lamps to illuminate colored objects.
  • Another participant suggests that the goggles may not be truly infrared, indicating they primarily block most colors and can be compared to deep purple filters used in photography.
  • This second participant asserts that the goggles will 'work' with any white light, implying that their functionality is not limited to sunlight.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion includes differing views on the nature of the goggles and their effectiveness with various light sources. There is no consensus on the goggles' classification or their operational parameters.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the goggles' capabilities and the definitions of infrared versus visible light may not be fully addressed, leading to potential misunderstandings about their functionality.

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For this science project I'm doing, i am going to be investigating the I.R Lowpass (a.k.a: Near infrared spectrum) with goggles i shall soon be constructing based on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2-nP2xl9Zg&feature=player_embedded"

This question may be a bit silly but will my goggles work with light other than sun light, my plan is to create a small stage setting with different objects of different colours and then shine the light from multiple lamps on it so i can note any differences in colour caused by the I.R lowpass.

Thanks for any replies :)
 
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I've relized this is probably not the write place for this question. Does anyone know how i can move it to a different section of the forum?
 
These aren't infrared. They just block most colors, you can buy deep purple filters that photographers use to estimate what a monochrome shot will look like.

They will 'work' with any white light,
 
Thanks
 

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