LED strip lighting replaces soon-to-be antiquated lighting sources of fluorescent and halogen light bulbs. Linear strip lights that utilize LED lamps employ semiconductor technology to generate illumination. This reduces the risk of fire hazards that result from overheated lighting equipment and cuts cost on energy consumption. Phantom LED strip lighting delivers value to both commercial and residential lighting arenas and is sweeping the...
www.philipslumileds.com/Philips Lumileds Lighting Company is the manufacturer of a wide range of high-power/high-efficiency light-emitting diodes (LED). It is a now a fully-owned division of Philips Lighting.Contents1 History2 Products2.1 Luxeon2.1.1 Luxeon I2.1.2 Luxeon III2.1.3 Luxeon V2.1.4 Luxeon K22.1.5 Luxeon Rebel2.1.6 Luxeon Star2.1.7 Luxeon Altilon2.1.8 Luxeon Flash2.2 SuperFlux2.3 SnapLEDs3 Competitors4 Locations5 See also6 References7...
India's Bureau of Energy Efficiency is bringing in to the country 400 million compact fluorescent light bulbs. Their intent is to get rid of as many incandescent light bulbs in the country as possible, and greatly reduce their energy usage. Putting all 400 million compact fluorescent light bulbs to work in place of incandescents would certainly achieve that goal by far.The reduction in energy usage is not just for financial reasons. 40 million...
Cold cathode compact fluorescent light bulbs have a lot of benefits in gardens over standard compact fluorescent light bulbs, also known as hot cathode CFLs. Anyone who has used compact fluorescent light bulbs in cold weather should be familiar with their downsides; in cold weather, CFLs are very slow to start, and if it's cold enough they won't start at all. Standard compact fluorescent light bulbs are also susceptible to failure by shock and...
The history of the light bulb goes way back at the time when the chief sources of light were candles, gas lamps and lanterns that make use of oil. It was as early as 1809 when the foundation of the concept of light bulb was formulated. The history of light bulb is listed below in a brief yet concrete manner to truly explain the evolution of a mere idea to a common light bulb being use today.In 1809 and English chemist Sir Humphry Davy made the...
If there is no light''then darkness prevails. Okaythat may sound like something out of a moviebut then againit may very well be one. Stillit may be seen as correct since without lightany room will be enveloped with darkness. For evenings and night time it is recommended to have lights on so as to see clearly.Uses of light bulbsIt can be said that the most important use of light is to acquire light. There cannot be any further explanation for...
Design Lighting Design lighting''also known as lighting designis the process of using lighting to improve the aesthetic appeal of a structure. It is also used in filmTVtheater and stage to help create a mood that will help tell a story or portray music better. This process is performed by design lighting professionals known as lighting designers.Applications of Lighting Design There are several applications of design lighting. The goals of...
Electrical Contractor An Electrical contractor is an individual or a group who contracts with another individual or group for the installation''proper removal or re-installation of the electrical system of a structure. These contractors may work independently or they could work in collaboration with general contractors and the like.When is Electrical Contractors Needed?Electrical contractors or electrical engineers are in need wherever and...
Electrical EngineeringElectrical engineering''also known as Electrical and Electronics Engineering is a field of engineering that deals with electricityelectromagnetismand electronics. It became a recognized field in the later part of the 19th century after electric power supply and the electric telegraph was commercially available. People who practice electrical and electronic engineering are known as electrical engineers. These engineers are...
One of the greatest inventions of man is the creation of the fluorescent tubes. These are tubes that emit whitish light that comes in long tubes. The fluorescent lamps are often used in homes''officeshospitalsand other rooms that require light. However the problem with these tubes is that it eats up energy compared to other tubes.Birth of fluorescent bulbsThe use of fluorescent bulbs or low-energy bulbs (CFL) has increased in popularity these...
Lights are used everywhere these days. One of the most frequently used types of lights are those that are used in homes''hospitalsroomsand even in vehicles. If you check out vehicles what you will most likely see are light bulbs that are located in headlights of cars and other vehicles.Introduction to headlight bulbsThese headlight bulbs are special types of bulbs that are used to help vehicles light their paths when moving at night. These also...
Indoor Lighting Indoor lighting''also referred to as interior lightingis a key element of interior design. It is achieved with the application of fixtures and furnishings that may not only serve to illuminate the interior of a structure but also to help improve its aesthetic appeal.Beyond FunctionalityIndoor lighting has far more to offer than just the function of illumination. It is also very useful in improving the room's aesthetics by...
These days''the use of light is as often as man drinking water. Everywheresmall versions of lights are used from rooms to appliances. Yesappliances make use of lighttoo. In most casesthe lights of appliances come in the form of LEDs or light emitting diodes. In other cases you have light bulbs of varying specifications.Meeting the LEDLight emitting diodes or LED bulbs are everywhere these days. It can be found in a lot of appliances and...
It may be said that the creation or discovery of light is one of man's greatest moments in history. True enough''people ought to be thankful for the beauty of having light especially when the sun has gone down for the day. Light may not be as natural as it should be as it is often used in light tubes and light bulbs but the advantages of having these are simply too many.A brief history of light bulbsIn the modern world''almost everything works...
Set Design Set design''also known as scenic designstage designor production designis the process of creating scenery from filmtheaterstage or television. The people involved in scenic design are known as scenic designers or set designers. In the pastmost of the working set designers came from a varied background. Today a majority of scenic design professionals hold a bachelor's or a master's degree in Fine Arts or design.Scenic Design...