Apr
25
An All New Light Emitting Diode
April 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment
Scientists at TU Wien (Vienna) have now succeeded in using exotic bound states of particles to create a novel kind of light-emitting diode. In ultra thin materials, exotic bound states of particles can be created which are then converted into light. When particles bond in free space, they normally create atoms or molecules. However, much […]
Dec
15
A Light Bulb Checkup
December 15, 2011 | 5 Comments
Consumer Reports’ (CR) is out with its latest light bulb tests finding which bulbs were the best performers. The question and answer format shines some light on a few of the most common questions consumers have about compact fluorescent lights, light-emitting diode, halogens and incandescent bulbs. The ratings are at the end of the article. […]