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Light O'Clock | HCL | Podcast
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Mar 01, 2024
Podcast: Light O'Clock
The Translational Sensory & Circadian Neuroscience Unit at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics and Technical University of Munich is excited to announce the launch of their new podcast, Light O’Clock.
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Lumileds | NightSape | SSL | Featured
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Mar 01, 2024
NightScape Technology: White Light With <2% Blue Content
Lumileds NightScape Technology has been engineered to preserve the well-being of animals, plants, and people, reduce glare and light pollution, and support dark sky initiatives.
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Cree LED | XLamp | S Line | SSL | Featured
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Mar 01, 2024
XLamp® S Line LEDs Offer Highest Sulfur & Corrosion Resistance
Cree LED has expanded its portfolio of XLamp LEDs with new S Line versions of the XP-G3 Photophyll™ Select, XP-G3 Royal Blue and XP-E2 Far Red horticulture LEDs.
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LiFi Conference | ISA | Events
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Feb 29, 2024
3rd ISA Global Annual LiFi Conference on March 11-12, 2024
In the past two years, the research and development of visible light communication (VLC) has continued to make significant progress. New fields and scene applications have achieved breakthroughs, commercialization prospects are becoming increasingly clear, and the ecosystem of visible light communication is taking shape. Visible light communication represents a tremendous opportunity for the photoelectric and communication industries, and is poised to become an integral component of 6G communication.
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PureLiFi | Smart Lighting
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Feb 29, 2024
pureLiFi Unveils Next-Gen Connectivity That Breaks Through Barriers with LiFi
pureLiFi, the leader in LiFi technology, is set to debut its latest innovations at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. pureLiFi invites attendees to experience firsthand how LiFi is poised to redefine connectivity using light to break through conventional wireless boundaries.
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DALI Alliance | Smart Lighting
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Feb 28, 2024
DALI+ News to be Unveiled by DALI Alliance at Light + Building 2024
The DALI Alliance, a leading authority in lighting technology standards, is set to make a significant announcement at the upcoming Light + Building Exhibition 2024 in Frankfurt. The unveiling of this new certification program related to DALI+ marks a pivotal moment in the advancement of Global standardization of wireless and IP based lighting controls.
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Events | Light + Building | Lightfair
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Feb 28, 2024
Messe Frankfurt Expands Portfolio in USA and Acquires Stake in LightFair
Messe Frankfurt is expanding its portfolio in the USA. From now on, LightFair in Las Vegas and New York will be part of the Light + Building brands international network. In future, Messe Frankfurt will be organising the five-day trade fair together with an accompanying conference for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). The next edition of the architectural and commercial lighting trade fair is scheduled to take place at Las Vegas Convention Center between 4 and 8 May 2025.
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DOWA | IR
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Feb 21, 2024
DOWA Announced SWIR LEDs with the World's Highest Efficiency
DOWA ELECTRONICS MATERIALS CO., LTD., a subsidiary of DOWA HOLDINGS CO., LTD. has successfully developed and released a high-efficiency Short-Wavelength-Infrared (hereinafter SWIR) LED chip series which has the world’s highest efficiency in the peak wavelength range of 1,200 to 1,900 nm.
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Zhaga | Smart Lighting
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Feb 20, 2024
Exploring Futureproof Lighting with Zhaga Consortium at Light+Building
The Zhaga Consortium is excited to announce its participation at Light+Building, the world's leading trade fair for lighting and building services technology, taking place from March 3 to 8, 2024, in Frankfurt. Zhaga invites all attendees to visit its booth in Hall 8, Stand C38 and to engage with Zhaga representatives and learn about the organization's initiatives to drive the future of lighting.
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Nichia | Business
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Feb 20, 2024
Nichia Unveils Innovative LED Solutions
At Light + Building 2024, Nichia, the world’s largest LED manufacturer and pioneer of high-brightness blue and white LEDs, is showcasing several groundbreaking products, including the Nichia Light Cluster™ Type L and a new Cube Direct Mountable Chip which introduces a novel feature of efficient horizontal light distribution. Both solutions provide an unrivalled soft, low-glare quality of light and enable luminaire manufacturers to significantly reduce the thickness and weight of lighting fixture designs.
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Research | Insects
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Feb 15, 2024
New Study Unveils How Artificial Light Entraps Nocturnal Insects: A Call for Eco-friendly Lighting Solutions
The study explores why nocturnal insects are attracted to artificial lights, challenging the traditional theories of "lunar navigation" and "escape to light."
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Research
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Feb 13, 2024
Revolutionary Daylight Therapy Study Offers New Hope for Parkinson's Patients: Enhancing Sleep and Circadian Rhythms
The study on the impact of daylight therapy on sleep and circadian rhythms in Parkinson's Disease (PD) patients is a collaborative effort led by researchers affiliated with Queensland University of Technology. The research was supported by various organizations, showcasing a concerted effort to explore innovative therapeutic options for PD. This study signifies an important step in understanding how controlled light exposure can potentially improve the quality of life for individuals with PD by enhancing sleep patterns and circadian regulation. Further details on the authors, affiliations, and supporters can be found in the published document.
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Appointments
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Feb 13, 2024
New appointments to Recolight Board of Directors
Recolight is pleased to announce the appointment of two new directors to their board. They are Steven Reed, Commercial Manager at Trilux, and Stephen Bell, Services Transformation & Compliance Director UK & IE at Zumtobel. Both have over 20 years of experience in the lighting industry and are a valued addition to the Recolight board.
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CIE | Awards
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Feb 08, 2024
CIE Gold Pin Awardees
CIE Gold Pins are the highest honour awarded by the CIE. Established in 2007, the awards are granted once every four years at the time of the CIE Session. A distinguished committee of the President, President-Elect and Past-President selects nominees, which are confirmed by the Governing Board.
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Seaborough | Current | Business
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Feb 06, 2024
Current Chemicals and Seaborough Partner up to Industrialize Efficient Nano Engineered Phosphor Materials for LEDs
Current Chemicals and LED technology company Seaborough B.V. are pleased to announce that they have engaged in a partnership project to bring Seaborough’s “EuroLED®”, a new, red phosphor technology for highly efficient warm white LEDs, to the market on an industrial scale.
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Nichia | HCL
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Feb 01, 2024
Nichia Launches a New Chip-scale LED that Creates a Lighting Environment Filled with Soft Light
Nichia, the world's largest LED manufacturer and inventor of the high-brightness blue and white LED, has commercialized a chip-scale LED (Part No. NFSWL11A-D6) that achieves a horizontal light distribution.
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MetroSpec Technology | FlexRad | SSL
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Feb 01, 2024
MetroSpec Technology® Announces FlexRad® Linear360® Enhancement
MetroSpec Technology, the leading American manufacturer of custom LED light sources, announces FlexRad Linear360 is now available pre-installed with snap-in PMount™ fasteners. Linear360 enables fast and easy installation into curved LED light fixtures and rings. This innovative light engine is custom designed to your specifications with holes to accept fasteners that press directly to the heatsink. Linear360 greatly reduces labor when compared to alternative daisy chain solutions.
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Awards | DALI Alliance
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Feb 01, 2024
DALI Lighting Awards 2023 Winners Unveiled
The winners of the DALI Lighting Awards 2023, organised by the DALI Alliance – the global industry organisation for DALI lighting control – have been announced. Each of the eight categories recognises the best use of DALI lighting control in projects from around the world, with the winners chosen by a renowned panel of judges including lighting designers, media specialists and global lighting experts.
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Events
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Feb 01, 2024
The Variety of Topics at Light + Building 2024 at a Glance
Whether A for Architecture Day or Z for ZVEI Technology Forum - the range of events, specialist presentations and guided tours at Light + Building in Frankfurt am Main is huge. At the world's leading trade fair for lighting and building-services technology from March 3 to 8, 2024, the abundance of events will ensure a plus in knowledge transfer and inspiration.
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Lumileds | NightSape | SSL | Featured
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Jan 31, 2024
NightScape Technology: White Light With <2% Blue Content
Lumileds NightScape Technology has been engineered to preserve the well-being of animals, plants, and people, reduce glare and light pollution, and support dark sky initiatives.
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Business | Kuzco Lighting
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Jan 15, 2024
Auroralight Announces Acquisition by Kuzco Lighting
Auroralight, the leading estate-quality landscape and architectural lighting manufacturer, has been acquired by Kuzco Group, a leading modern lighting manufacturer in North America. This strategic move reinforces Auroralight and Kuzco Group’s commitment to pioneering design, innovation, and unparalleled quality in the lighting industry.
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Business | Signify
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Jan 15, 2024
Signify Included in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the seventh consecutive year. Inclusion in the index is based on the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, in which Signify achieved an overall score of 80 from a possible 100. This confirms Signify as a leader in sustainability, ranking second among electrical component and equipment companies.
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Automotive | Sensor
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Jan 15, 2024
Optical Distance Sensor Modules with a Particularly Large Field of View
With theTMF8820-1A, Rutronik is adding new distance sensor modules from ams OSRAM to its range. The direct Time-of-Flight (dToF) sensors support a detection range of up to 5000 mm with a dynamically adjustable field of view.
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Business | Instrument Systems | LumiTop | Featured
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Jan 05, 2024
Optical Quality Assurance of AR/VR Devices
Instrument Systems’ new LumiTop 5300 AR/VR is ideal for 2D testing of AR/VR displays modules prior to installation in the headset.
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Business | Hubbell Lighting
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Jan 02, 2024
Hubbell News
Hubbell announced sale of Residential Lighting Business and completes acquisition of Systems Control.
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IKEA | Smart Lighting
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Jan 02, 2024
IKEA's JETSTRÖM LED Panel Lights Up Homes with Smart, Adjustable Lighting
Revolutionize your home with IKEA's JETSTRÖM LED panel, offering customizable brightness and color, sleek design, and smart technology for an unmatched, mood-enhancing lighting experience in every room.
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White Paper | Featured
WHITE PAPER: Achieving High CRI Lighting with High Efficacy
This White Paper introduces KSF phosphor and discusses its characteristics, advantages, and application in white LEDs.
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Optronics | Automotive
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Jan 02, 2024
Optronics Introduces Industry's First Temperature-Sensitive Heated LED Lighting Family
Highly efficient and microprocessor-controlled, Optronics' new heated LED lamps automatically monitor ambient temperature and turn heating functions on and off as weather conditions change.
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Cree LED | JB3030C | SSL | Featured
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Dec 31, 2023
Cree LED J Series® JB3030C White LEDs- Top-tier LED Efficacy
Introducing our cutting-edge J Series® JB3030C E & F Class White LEDs, featuring industry-leading LED efficiency up to 242 LPW or 3.33 PPF/W typical.
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LightingEurope | Business
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Dec 20, 2023
All Bark and No Bite
How a lack of enforcement of EU regulations undermines their world-wide credibility, puts consumers at risk and distorts the single market’s level playing field.
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