Compose Rail pendant by Jens Fager for Zero Lighting
Dezeen Showroom: Zero Lighting has turned its classic Compose pendant light by Swedish designer Jens Fager into a larger fixture by setting it on an industrial metal rail. Read more Dezeen Showroom: Zero Lighting has turned its classic Com.....»»
This decorated mammoth ivory pendant is 41,500 years old
The pendant is the oldest example of a style that swept Paleolithic Europe. Enlarge (credit: Talamo et al. 2021) While our species was spreading across Eurasia and briefly sharing a continent with the last of the Neanderthals,.....»»
Earliest evidence of humans decorating jewelery in Eurasia
A new multidisciplinary study by an international team reports the discovery of an ivory pendant decorated with a pattern of at least 50 punctures, creating an irregular looping curve. The direct radiocarbon date of the ornament yields an age of 41,5.....»»
How lighting affects office workers
Although we usually do not realize this, lighting is an essential part of our daily lives. After all, without light, no sight. Next to enabling us to see safely and comfortably move from place A to B, lighting also has a large impact on how we percei.....»»
You can help protect a fish species that is vital to oceanic ecosystems
Omega Protein Corp and Omega Protein, Inc. may not be household names, but many of their products are. These two companies, collectively known as "Omega," compose one of the largest reduction fishing organizations in North America. They capture and p.....»»
How long does smart lighting last?
Smart light bulbs are a big investment. Do they last long enough to be worth the cost? Let's dig into the issues......»»
Edison Opto to expand production capacity
LED packaging service provider Edison Opto will expand production capacity for LED lighting modules by 30% and that for LED automotive lighting modules by setting up its second production line in Taiwan in the fourth quarter of 2021, with the additio.....»»
This Philips Hue Lightstrip Starter Kit just got a huge discount for Black Friday
This Philips Hue Lightstrip Starter Kit is perfect for those looking to spruce up their house with smart and vibrant lighting -- at a massive sale of $41 off!.....»»
Moon lighting: partial lunar eclipse to be longest since 1440
The longest partial lunar eclipse in nearly 600 years, which will bathe the Moon in red, will be visible Thursday and Friday for a big slice of humanity......»»
Ledtech expects to turn profitable in 2021
LED lighting module maker Ledtech Electronics, based on financial results for the first three quarters of 2021, is certain it will swing from net loss in 2020 to profitability in 2021, according to company chairman and CEO Liu Shou-hsiung......»»
Top 5 benefits of smart lighting
Smart lighting systems offer a lot of advantages, but are they worth the investment? We take a deep dive into the many benefits of smart lighting solutions......»»
Flood modeling to help coastal communities develop solutions
In an aerial video from September, waves of seawater crash over the coastal railroad in San Clemente that connects Los Angeles and San Diego—a storm surge that ended up causing so much damage that Metrolink and Amtrak had to discontinue rail servic.....»»
Illuminate your garden year-round with these grow lights
As the seasons wax and wane, you might start worrying about adequate lighting for your plants. The solution to your illumination woes is to install grow lights. These LEDs simulate the various spectrums of light emitted by the sun. Choosing the rig.....»»
Laster expects full utilization until 2022
LED automotive lighting module maker Laster Tech, based on orders received, expects production capacity to be fully utilized until 2022......»»
Can We Use Big Batteries to Power Our Trains?
Research studying the possibility of electrifying rail-based freight "finds that the technology is pretty much ready," reports Ars Technica, "and under the right circumstances, the economics are on the verge of working out." It helps that the price.....»»
How to turn keyboard lighting on and off
The methods for turning on a keyboard's backlighting can vary. In this guide, we'll discuss a few of the most common ways to switch on your keyboard light......»»
Guide to smart light switches
Add intelligence to your lamps with a smart light switch! By swapping out your old switches, you can command home lighting from your phone or with your voice......»»
Tons Lightology obtains orders with visibility over 3 months
LED lighting ODM and LED lighting solution provider Tons Lightology has obtained ODM orders with shipments scheduled until March 2022 and may extend longer, according to the company......»»
Why the world needs a better LED light bulb
Light bulbs are a big upgrade from fires and candles. Every year, homes in informal settlements burn down in Africa because of fires used for heating and lighting. So electrical light bulbs with filaments brought about a revolution at home and work......»»
Light up the night with these outdoor LED string lights
Lighting up your garden, footpath, backyard, or patio doesn't have to be a significant hassle. Whether you intend to throw plenty of parties, or you want to be able to see where you're going, investing in some LED string lights can make things easier.....»»
Lighting up chemical reactions for sustainable drug production
Researchers have discovered a new approach for using visible-light to structurally modify bioactive molecules in chemical reactions, providing a possible sustainable alternative to traditional methods that could be used in the design and production o.....»»