Adoption of Li-Fi systems set to grow
The growing adoption of Li-Fi systems across the education sector is anticipated to propel the global Li-Fi market share over…
Infrared LED packs high optical power in a tiny footprint
Osram’s Oslon Piccolo infrared LED packs high optical power in a tiny footprint for automotive interior applications like gesture control.
Artificial lighting disrupts wildlife
Artificial lighting results in behavior disruption, injury, and death to thousands of animals each year.
Should you use a 555 or a Schmitt trigger?
Which should be used, the 555 or the Schmitt trigger? It depends.
Is it time to upgrade to 4K UHDTV?
10 years later, and for 1/3 the price, this engineer still ended up with a notable TV upgrade.
Researchers break throughput record for LiFi using single GaN blue μ-LED
Data-transmission rate of 7.7Gbps positions Lifi as possible replacement for Wi-Fi with further R&D and industrial standardization to ensure interoperability…
GaN switcher ICs boost power output
Additions to the InnoSwitch3-MX series of isolated switchers enable PSU designs with continuous output power of up to 75 W…
Using LEDs for germicidal disinfection
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness of UV disinfection, and the number of LED-based germicidal lighting products being developed.
Simplify the battery gauge with a 1-dot bar graph display
This display uses a cheap six-pin microcontroller and a tri-color LED to realize a simple alternative to the usual four-LED…
Testing solid-state lighting reliability
LED light sources continue to improve in reliability and overall performance, but still require additional research.