Everywhere you turn, people are talking 'green'. It is fun to watch as products and ideas continue to surface that are helping our planet become less wasteful in energy consumption. Items that we never dreamed could possibly be replaced are now slowly disappearing with new technology presenting, literally, a better light bulb.
Since 1879 when Edison first presented the light bulb as an alternative to kerosene lamps, we have marveled at this great invention, never thinking that there could ever be anything better. But as we study the energy draining products of today, the incandescent light bulb is right at the top of the list. An energy guzzling device that emits a distorted yellowish glare, it is still considered the cheapest option on the market.
During the 1920s, fluorescent lighting was used in garages and commercial buildings where it was a good replacement for the regular light bulb. Fluorescent lighting produces up to 75% less heat than a regular light bulb, but it also had its drawbacks that kept it from being a suitable replacement for residential use. The problems with fluorescent lighting were the large tubes filled with mercury, the temperature sensitivity and intermittent flickering, as well as the problems of disposing of the lighting.
During the 1970s, we began earnestly thinking of energy consumption and the tungsten halogen lamp or quartz lamp was designed. This is a great bulb because of the clarity of light that surpasses the incandescent light bulb, the life span is much longer and requires a much lower voltage. Although the benefits and quality outweigh the common light bulb, the public is still resistant to the change because of the increased cost but many people are moving in this direction just to save in energy consumption.
But now, there is an option that we have all been waiting for. The most awesome and creative discovery of alternative lighting was discovered in the 1960s and is known as the LED. This device is made out of a Silicon element that converts electrical energy into light energy without the drawbacks found in other lighting types. Invented by Nick Holonyak, known as 'the father of the light-emitting diode', Holonyak has received many honors for his innovation that is changing the world.
The LED (light-emitting diode) is totally different from other light bulbs as we know them. If you've ever had an electronic device, you may notice a small red indicator light that shows whether the unit is on or off. This is a LED light. There is no heat given off, no distorted tint, no moving parts, a long life span and energy efficient.
At this time it is relatively costly but the final results will show the savings and benefits of using LCD lighting. From flat screen TV's to street lights and decorative lighting the energy saving LCD will be around for awhile.
Since 1879 when Edison first presented the light bulb as an alternative to kerosene lamps, we have marveled at this great invention, never thinking that there could ever be anything better. But as we study the energy draining products of today, the incandescent light bulb is right at the top of the list. An energy guzzling device that emits a distorted yellowish glare, it is still considered the cheapest option on the market.
During the 1920s, fluorescent lighting was used in garages and commercial buildings where it was a good replacement for the regular light bulb. Fluorescent lighting produces up to 75% less heat than a regular light bulb, but it also had its drawbacks that kept it from being a suitable replacement for residential use. The problems with fluorescent lighting were the large tubes filled with mercury, the temperature sensitivity and intermittent flickering, as well as the problems of disposing of the lighting.
During the 1970s, we began earnestly thinking of energy consumption and the tungsten halogen lamp or quartz lamp was designed. This is a great bulb because of the clarity of light that surpasses the incandescent light bulb, the life span is much longer and requires a much lower voltage. Although the benefits and quality outweigh the common light bulb, the public is still resistant to the change because of the increased cost but many people are moving in this direction just to save in energy consumption.
But now, there is an option that we have all been waiting for. The most awesome and creative discovery of alternative lighting was discovered in the 1960s and is known as the LED. This device is made out of a Silicon element that converts electrical energy into light energy without the drawbacks found in other lighting types. Invented by Nick Holonyak, known as 'the father of the light-emitting diode', Holonyak has received many honors for his innovation that is changing the world.
The LED (light-emitting diode) is totally different from other light bulbs as we know them. If you've ever had an electronic device, you may notice a small red indicator light that shows whether the unit is on or off. This is a LED light. There is no heat given off, no distorted tint, no moving parts, a long life span and energy efficient.
At this time it is relatively costly but the final results will show the savings and benefits of using LCD lighting. From flat screen TV's to street lights and decorative lighting the energy saving LCD will be around for awhile.
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