Articles tagged with Light Emitting Diodes
Researchers at NIST developed a surface-directed method for growing nanowires horizontally, producing nano-LEDs with improved properties. The technique enables easy localization of individual heterojunctions on the surface, making it suitable for various applications.
University of Michigan scientists have developed a new nanostructuring technology that enables the creation of ultra-small pixels for energy-efficient displays. The technology uses plasmonic structures to trap and transmit light, reducing absorption loss and increasing the efficiency of LED displays.
Researchers at Stanford University successfully induced normal patterns of muscle contraction using light, reproducing the natural firing order of motor-nerve fibers. This technique could lead to practical applications for restoring movement in people with physical disabilities, such as stroke or spinal-cord injuries.
Researchers create new nano-material using biomaterial involved in Alzheimer's disease research, resulting in environmentally friendly LED lights. The technology also enables medical equipment to be more sensitive and generates strong signals for other applications.
Researchers at Arizona State University have created a new device that simplifies health diagnosis by detecting diseases quickly and at lower costs. The Integrascope uses superhydrophobic surfaces and LEDs to focus light on tiny particles, allowing for rapid detection of infectious agents or proteins in patient samples.
Research finds that ambient lighting in cars enhances space perception, perceived quality of materials and design, and makes drivers feel safer. However, excessive brightness leads to driver complaints of distraction and discomfort.
German and Swiss researchers have developed a 3D LCD flat-screen monitor capable of displaying high-definition images without the need for red and green glasses. The Dualplex Display technology offers improved image quality, reduced eye strain, and wider viewing angles, making it suitable for both consumer and professional markets.
Scientists used a unique frequency comb system to detect minute traces of contaminant molecules in arsine gas, which can cause semiconductor defects. The technique offers a combination of speed, sensitivity, specificity, and broad frequency coverage.
Researchers at TUM achieve ten times stronger interaction than previous levels, opening new experimental options for quantum computing. The ultrastrong coupling creates a new unit of atom-photon pairs, challenging existing theories.
Researchers found that synchronized male flashing is more recognizable to females, suggesting a physiological problem in the females' information processing. This phenomenon helps maintain the fidelity of the signal in crowded areas with many unrecognizable flashes.
The UCLA engineer's telemedicine invention uses a lensless cellphone microscope to detect sub-cellular elements and has the potential to revolutionize healthcare in developing countries. With its ability to be miniaturized, inexpensive, and easy to use, this technology aims to bridge the gaps left by inadequate healthcare infrastructure.
A new concept of optical time domain reflectometry (OTDR) based on a chaotic light correlation method has been developed, achieving distance-independent resolutions of up to 25 km. This technique uses broadband chaotic light generated from a laser diode to improve the accuracy of fiber fault location.
A University of Florida engineer has developed a nickel-sized imaging device that uses organic light-emitting diode technology for night vision. The device is lightweight and inexpensive, making it a possible add-on to cell phone cameras or eyeglasses.
Researchers found that a solid-state illuminator decreases nitrate concentrations by 44-65% while increasing beneficial nutrients. The technology allows for short-term preharvest treatment, making it suitable for northern countries with poor lighting conditions.
Researchers from Germany have developed a way to encode wireless broadband signals using desk lamps, exploiting synergy between illumination and information. The system uses visible-frequency wireless with all the bandwidth one could want, achieving record speeds of up to 230 Mbit/s with commercial LEDs.
Researchers create a high-speed optical system using multi-element transmitters and receivers for secure, low-interference communications in restricted areas like hospitals and aircraft. The system can transmit at gigabit per second speeds over gigahertz bands.
Researchers at the University of Utah have found that natural cavities in polymers can act like mirrors in light-emitting materials, generating 'random' lasers. This discovery could lead to new applications in cancer diagnosis and other fields.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed compact mid-infrared laser diodes that generate more light than heat, achieving efficiencies of 53 percent. This breakthrough paves the way for applications such as remote sensing and hazardous chemical detection.
Researchers at Cornell University created a simple solar cell using a single-walled carbon nanotube, which converts light to electricity in an extremely efficient process. The device produces more electrical current with higher levels of photon energy.
Researchers have developed a non-invasive treatment combining high-intensity LEDs with green tea extract to reduce facial wrinkles. The study shows promising results, achieving smoother skin in one-tenth of the time it took for LED therapy alone.
Professor Christian Wetzel is working to develop efficient green LEDs to bridge the gap in color technology. His goal is to produce true white LEDs and enable widespread adoption of energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Researchers developed a process to create ultrathin, ultrasmall inorganic LEDs that can be assembled into large arrays on flexible substrates. These arrays enable general illumination, high-resolution displays, wearable health monitors, and biomedical imaging devices with see-through construction and mechanical flexibility.
Scientists at the University of Illinois have developed a light-emitting transistor that sets a new record for signal-processing modulation speed, reaching 4.3 GHz. By reconfiguring the device as a tilted-charge light-emitting diode, researchers were able to break the 7 GHz barrier.
Plant physiologists use UV LEDs to create darker, redder lettuce rich in antioxidants, potentially improving human health. The effect is most noticeable at specific wavelengths and increases with light intensity.
Researchers at Chinese Academy of Sciences developed a new type of LED made from inexpensive organic materials, producing twice as much light as normal LEDs. Their tandem structure achieved a CRI rating of nearly 70, promising further reduction in price and expansion into home and office lighting.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory scientists have developed new materials that improve the power efficiency of blue OLEDs by at least 25 percent. These advancements aim to overcome major research challenges and provide a solution for large-scale applications in rooms and buildings.
Researchers found a reversible diode made from the material, allowing current flow in one direction under certain conditions and in the opposite direction under different conditions. The material also generates current when light falls on it, making it a potential candidate for future solar cells.
Gallium Nitride (GaN) LED lights could cut the proportion of UK electricity used for lighting from 20% to 5% if widely adopted, potentially saving eight power stations. GaN LEDs also offer long lifespan and environmental benefits over traditional bulbs.
The portable device is relatively inexpensive, replacing expensive diagnostic equipment with light-emitting diodes. It allows visually challenged individuals to access the Internet, view friends' faces, and express themselves through photography.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a new type of LED with improved lighting performance and energy efficiency. The new polarization-matched LED exhibits an 18% increase in light output and a 22% increase in wall-plug efficiency.
Engineers have achieved a new record in efficiency of blue organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), which can produce high-quality white light similar to standard incandescent bulbs. The breakthrough paves the way for more efficient and affordable lighting solutions.
Researchers have discovered a way to produce brilliant white light using zinc oxide and sulfur, with potential applications for energy-efficient and safe illumination. The new material has been shown to convert invisible ultraviolet light into natural white light, offering advantages over current fluorescent bulbs and LEDs.
Researchers envision a 'revolution' in lighting with LEDs, promising cost savings of $1.83 trillion and reduced carbon emissions by 10.68 gigatons. Smart lighting applications could enhance healthcare, transportation, digital displays, and computer networking.
A new paper in Optics Express envisions a future with widespread use of LED lights, offering significant energy savings and environmental benefits. LEDs are predicted to save more than $1 trillion in energy costs over 10 years and lead to substantial reductions in carbon dioxide emissions.
A new, economical method allows LED manufacturers to obtain accurate measurements of LED brightness and color, enabling reproducible and comparable results. The method takes into account the temperature of the semiconductor chip inside the LED.
Researchers aim to create a high-speed wireless network using low-power LEDs, enabling faster data communication and greater security. The Smart Lighting ERC will focus on developing computer networking applications and testing the technology's potential for various industries.
Researchers from Sony and Max Planck Institute demonstrate bendable optically assessed organic light emitting displays for the first time. The new technology enables flexible computers, televisions, posters, and newspaper display technology, offering advantages over traditional projection displays and TVs.
Researchers successfully controlled an electrical current using the 'spin' within electrons, a step toward building plastic semiconductor switches. However, highly efficient organic LEDs may only convert up to 25 percent of electricity into light, contrary to earlier estimates.
The new silicon-based LED research has the potential to replace all incandescent and compact fluorescent bulbs, offering dramatic energy and environmental benefits. The Purdue team's breakthrough allows for efficient production on low-cost metal-coated silicon wafers, reducing costs by up to 20 times.
A new solar concentrator design developed by MIT engineers could significantly increase the efficiency of solar panels and reduce their costs. By using a mixture of dyes to concentrate sunlight, the system can boost electrical power obtained from each solar cell by a factor of over 40.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed the first two standards for solid-state lighting in the US, detailing color specifications and test methods for LED lamps and light fixtures. These standards aim to significantly reduce energy consumption and improve color rendering.
Scientists have successfully used quantum dots to deliver gene-silencing tools (siRNA) into cells, achieving 2% protein production compared to 13-51% with existing methods. The new approach is also five-to-ten times less toxic to cells.
A Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute student has developed a new type of LED that could allow for its widespread use in liquid crystal displays (LCDs), improving screen clarity and conserving energy. The polarized LED, invented by Martin Schubert, is expected to revolutionize the field of lighting technology.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a contact lens with an electronic circuit and light-emitting diodes, paving the way for potential applications such as virtual displays, improved vision correction, and enhanced gaming experiences. The device was tested on rabbits without adverse effects.
Tufts researchers are developing techniques to allow computers to respond to users' thoughts of frustration, boredom, or overwhelm. Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) technology is being used to monitor brain blood flow and provide real-time insight into user experiences.
Professor Andrew Steckl's innovative approach incorporates DNA from salmon sperm into light-emitting diodes, enhancing performance while reducing environmental impact. The technique involves trapping electrons longer, resulting in brighter colors and improved light efficiency.
Researchers developed a single-particle technique to study small portions of semiconductor material at the nanoscale. The study found that 'deep traps' are formed in plastic semiconductors, which can decrease efficiency and cause defects. This breakthrough could lead to improved devices made from these materials.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed microcavity plasma lamps that produce bright light with high efficiency, surpassing traditional incandescent and fluorescent lighting. The panels are lightweight, thin, and can be packed into a single panel containing over 250,000 individual lamps.
Researchers at NIST developed a batch fabrication technique to create nanowire LEDs emitting ultraviolet light, which is crucial for data storage and biological sensing devices. The new method yields reliable, stable devices with excellent thermal stability and operational stability.
Researchers at UCLA have achieved a record-breaking 18 lumens per watt for red phosphorescent LEDs using a new combination of polymer-infused liquid, resulting in brighter, clearer pictures and slimmer profiles. The development aims to make future LED TVs cheaper while maintaining high image quality.
The William J. von Liebig Center for Entrepreneurism and Technology Advancement has awarded $430,000 to nine research projects with potential for commercialization. These projects include thermoelectric devices, reconfigurable dynamic robots, protease detection systems, and online photo enhancement technology.
Researchers at the University of Manchester are developing low-cost LED lighting modules that can be used in buildings and on roads, offering a potential 25-50% reduction in energy consumption. The project aims to tackle thermal and electrical issues associated with high-powered LEDs.
A new fiber-based light source promises to improve the inspection of food, produce, paper, currency, recyclables and other products by providing a bright, rectangular beam of light. This design enables line-scan cameras to sort products at higher speeds with improved accuracy.
Researchers have created a material with a refractive index of 1.05, making it an ideal building block for anti-reflection coatings. The new coating could lead to more efficient solar cells, brighter LEDs, and smarter lighting systems by controlling light properties.
Scientists have created highly efficient infrared light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that can be used in night-vision devices, emitting a reddish-orange glow. The LEDs use a phosphorescent platinum porphyrin complex as a doping agent to improve efficiency and emit light for longer periods.
Engineers at UC San Diego synthesized p-type zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoscale cylinders, which transport positive charges and could pave the way for an inexpensive new kind of light emitting diode (LED). The development of these semiconducting materials may lead to more efficient LEDs and a wider range of nanodevices.
Van Voorhis is developing methods to simulate electron transfer and improve the efficiency of devices such as LEDs and optical displays. His research aims to create a larger portion of energy storage in artificial photosynthesis, potentially leading to more efficient solar energy storage.
The Cornell team created a diode using organic semiconductors with free ions, allowing for efficient light emission and current flow. This technology has the potential to create low-cost, flexible solar cells and displays on cloth or paper.
A team of Rensselaer researchers is working to improve the energy efficiency of green light-emitting diodes (LEDs) by doubling or tripling their power output. By leveraging the piezoelectric effect, they hope to develop a process to make higher-intensity green LEDs that convert electricity into light more efficiently.
Researchers at NIST have created LEDs that emit light in a specific direction, increasing brightness by up to 41% compared to conventional designs. The novel nanostructure may be cheaper and more effective for biomedical imaging applications.