LG Innotek of Seoul South Korea, reported the development of the “Nexlide-L” line lighting module for automobiles. The module emits a bright and uniform light from its sharp line of merely 3mm in width. The company claims that the Nexlide-L features the thinnest width among automotive exterior lamps. The already …
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TOF Applications Enabled with Lumileds Luxeon IR LEDs Operating at up to 40 MHz
Engineers from Lumileds and Melexis have demonstrated the operation of Luxeon IR LEDs at up to 40MHz, enabling Time-of-Flight applications in 940nm and 850nm with a range of up to 3 meters. According to Lumileds, the inherent properties of the Luxeon IR LEDs produce the clean and repeatable response curve …
Archipelago and Seoul Settle Patent Disputes
Seoul Semiconductor based in Ansan, South Korea, reported that it and Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd. have resolved two patent infringement lawsuits it filed against Archipelago Lighting, Inc. in the U.S. Federal District Court for the Central District of California. Archipelago sells LED bulbs. In 2017, Seoul filed the company’s first …
Osram Opto Semiconductors Joins ISELED Alliance to Develop Smart RGB LED Modules for Automotive Interior Applications
Osram Opto Semiconductors of Regensburg, Germany has joined the ISELED Alliance. The ISELED Alliance, an open alliance which was founded in 2016, plans to provide the technology that enables smart RGB LEDs for automotive interior lighting. The Alliance is developing the complete ecosystem for a smart RGB LED including the …
Ushio Introduces Spot Cure LED Light Sources
Ushio America, Inc. of Cypress, California USA, introduced two new UV (365nm) and UVV (405nm) Spot Cure LED light sources to expand the company’s Midori product line. The ULB-50sc series LED light sources are fiber-optic light delivered illuminators for spot curing of adhesives or coating applications in which benchtop space …
Molex, an Electronics Interconnection Solution Provider, Acquires Nistica, a Maker of High Bandwidth Optical Modules
Molex, a manufacturer of electronic interconnection solutions based in Lisle, Illinois USA, announced the acquisition of Nistica, a developer and producer of wavelength selective switching (WSS). Nistica’s technology is especially distinctive in the emerging segment of high-port-count WSS. Nistica of Bridgewater, New Jersey, USA, is a supplier of optical modules …
Tridonic Releases Fifth Generation of LLE ADV5 Linear Modules with Up to 200 Lumens Per Watt Efficacy
Tridonic of Dornbirn, Austria, has released the fifth generation of the 24 mm LLE ADVANCED modules for linear luminaires and panel lights. The new modules boast efficacy of up to 200 lumens per watt. Tridonic says that the improved quality and efficacy of the LED modules results from a combination …
LG Innotek Promoting the Addition of Violet LEDs to Lights for ‘Visible Disinfection Lighting’
LG Innotek based in Seoul, South Korea, announced the company’s ‘Visible Disinfection Lighting’, a functional light source that sterilizes like sunlight. According to the company, its special violet (405nm) LED achieves eco-friendly sterilization. LG Innotek says that the method is analogous to drying household goods and blankets in the sun. …
Tridonic Launches IP67 Excite Continuous Row
Tridonic of Dornbirn, Austria, introduced the flexible LLE FLEX IP67 EXCITE continuous row. The LLE FLEX IP67 EXCITE can be installed in moisture-prone rooms, such as bathrooms. The IP67 rating certifies that the device can operate reliably even when exposed to dust and water. Tridonic contends that the device’s stable …
BMW M Motorsport Leverages Osram Technology and Expertise at Le Mans Race
BMW M Motorsport will leverage Osram technology and expertise for the legendary 24-hour sports car race Le Mans on 16 and 17 June 2018. Osram has provided biologically effective lighting for racing drivers and their teams since last year’s season as an official BMW M Motorsport partner. BMW M Motorsport …
