Industry News
Painting with Light at the International Space Station
While serving aboard the International Space Station Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata used long-exposure photography and a spiral LED top designed by light artist Takuro Osaka to produce interesting light paintings.…
Product Monday: LED Pivot Floodlight by Architectural Area Lighting
Architectural Area Lighting’s (AAL) popular Pivot linear flood light is now available in LED. The Pivot is a flexible lighting solution for both indoor and outdoor applications, serving indirect lighting,…
Expiration Deadline for 700 Series T8 Lamps Approaching
In 2009, DOE issued energy standards for commercial general-service fluorescent lamps that took effect July 14, 2012 and eliminated a majority of 4-ft. linear and 2-ft. U-shaped T12 lamps and…
IES Extends Deadline for Conference Paper Submissions
IES has extended its call for papers for its 2014 Annual Conference (Pittsburgh, PA, November 2-4) from June 5 to June 16, 2014. Click here to submit our proposal.
The Provocative Light Art of Andela Andrea
Artist Andela Andrea uses light and materials to create luminous objects and environments that appear surreal, sometimes even alien. Click here to see more.
Precision Paragon’s State of the Industry Survey
In December 2013, Precision Paragon conducted its 4th annual state of the lighting industry survey. This year’s survey was distributed to over 5,000 energy-efficient lighting industry professionals. My biggest takeaways…
Researchers Produce Single-Molecule LED
A research team led by the Institut de Physique et de Chimie des Matériaux de Strasbourg (IPCMS, CNRS/Université de Strasbourg), in collaboration with UPMC and CEA, has developed the first…
Career Opportunity: Planning and Evaluation Manager (Conservation Program) with Seattle City Light
Planning & Evaluation Manager (Mgr 3 – Utils) Salary: $40.70 – $61.05 Hourly Location: City Light, Conservation Resources Division, 901 Fifth Avenue, Room 1814, Seattle, Washington Job Type: Classified Civil…
How Light Sources Render White
Many companies add whiteners to laundry detergent, paints, fabrics and other materials to make whites look “whiter than white,” but the choice of light sources may be even more important,…
Product Monday: Osram Produces LED that Offers Longer Life at Higher Temperatures
Excessive heat generation is one of the main reasons why light-emitting diodes fail. With the Oslon Square, Osram Opto Semiconductors has produced an LED that withstands high ambient temperatures. To…
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