LED technology has undoubtedly changed our environment, or at least the way we light it, but what is behind the history of LEDs? Let’s discover the origins of the technology that has revolutionized the lighting market. Discovery of the LED Electroluminescence, a phenomenon we have discussed before, is not new. It was first observed by … Read More
Electroluminescence is a characteristic of some materials, usually semiconductors, which emit light when exposed to a certain current or a sufficiently strong electric field. This technology is not a recent discovery; for example, in 1960 Chrysler was already incorporating electroluminescent panels in its vehicles. One of its main characteristics is the type of light it … Read More
The color rendering index(CRI) is a numerical value that summarizes the ability of a light source, such as an LED ceiling light, to render colors compared to natural light (CRI=100). This measure takes into account the response of the human eye. How CRI is calculated The CRI value of a light source is calculated by … Read More
Having a well-lit work area, whether for studying or working, is very important. An LED flexo lamp is the best ally for students and, in fact, for anyone who works at a desk. We must take into account some details when choosing the most suitable one. With this small article we will try to help … Read More
Lighting a basement correctly is not very different from lighting any other room, but with small particularities. As in the rest of the house, we will choose to illuminate at different levels, depending on the activities that will take place in the space. Think about how the basement will be used. Spending a few minutes … Read More
Thesmart home concept is evolving in several dimensions, from simple home automation to the digital home, and certainly one of the most interesting is in the field of lighting. Advantages of smart home lighting With a home automation lighting system it is possible to automate the operation of the different luminaires in the home. This … Read More
Lighting control systems are nothing more than the set of elements that regulate the behavior of one or more luminaires, depending on certain parameters. With the development of home automation and IoT ( Internet of Things), this type of system is the basis of modern lighting and, undoubtedly, of the future. Actively regulating and controlling … Read More
Drivers are the technological and efficient equivalent of the old ballasts used in fluorescent lamps and convert alternating current from the mains into direct current suitable for the lighting fixtures. In this way, the LED is protected from fluctuations in mains voltage and other power supply variations that could damage the luminaire. On previous occasions … Read More
Lighting a restaurant correctly is not a simple task. Lighting must be in line with the style of the restaurant and the type of dishes served, but it must also facilitate the work of cooks, waiters, etc. When defining what type of lights to use, what power or color temperature, we have to differentiate the … Read More
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LED streetlights are the solution for efficient and environmentally friendly street lighting. Within the urban lighting solutions we can find two different options: streetlights themselves and LED bulbs for streetlights. Depending on the existing luminaires we will choose between one or the other. Advantages of LED streetlights for street lighting By adopting this type of … Read More
Choosing a lamp for the table is possibly the most important decision when planning how to illuminate the dining table. To do this, there is nothing better than to follow some simple guidelines that will guide us on our journey to the perfect ceiling lamp. Lamp shape and dimensions Both the size and shape of … Read More
Although we may think that lumen and lux are modern concepts, they are not. They were first defined in the 13th century by Bartholomew of Bologna, an Italian theologian, in the “Tractatus de luce”. There he defined lux as the rays that are generated by a light source, and lumen as the diffusion of that … Read More
The term porthole can refer to multiple concepts. Below we will see their different definitions and, above all, the types of portholes we can find in the lighting world. What is a porthole? The most common meaning comes from the field of architecture. In this case, it refers to the typical circular windows. They are … Read More
Drawing or graphic design professionals often work in insufficient lighting conditions. In many cases, the existing lighting in the room produces shadows or is not adequate for this type of tasks. Having a drawing light of sufficient quality and power is key to work without straining the eyes. How much light is needed in the … Read More
Zigbee is a set of wireless communication protocols that allows the creation of personal area networks (PAN, Personal Area Network). It is characterized by low power consumption and low data rate. It is based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard and uses one of the unregulated frequency bands: 868-868.8 MHz: Europe, allows one communication channel, extended … Read More
What is indirect lighting? This technique consists of projecting light onto the walls or ceiling. In this way, the space is illuminated by the light reflected on these surfaces. As the light fixtures are hidden and the light is more dispersed, most of the glare and shadows are eliminated and a very decorative effect is … Read More