Kellington Group wants to expand overseas market Oct 30, 2009
UHP gas and chemical delivery systems are deployed in highly specialised industries such as the flat panel display (FPD) and wafer fabrication sectors and emerging industries such as the solar energy, pharmaceutical, light-emitting diode (LED) and bioscience sectors. In China, the semiconductor, FPD manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries are the main areas driving the growth of the UHP gas and chemical delivery system industry, said Gan. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
African governments to invest in advanced research to facilitate development Oct 28, 2009
Prof Buah-Bassuah was speaking at the opening of a two-week international workshop on "Multispectral Light Emitting Diode (LED) Imaging Microscopy for Applications in Agricultural and Biomedical Diagnostics" at the UCC.. Scientists from Kenya, Mali, Cote d'Voire, Senegal and Ghana are attending the workshop organised by the UCC in collaboration with Uppsala University in Sweden and is aimed at "enhancing hands-on project using laser technology to research into Agriculture and biomedical... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
How White Is A Paper? Oct 24, 2009
(June 19, 2009) Researchers are reporting the first use of a fundamentally new approach in the quest to snare the Holy Grail of the lighting industry: An LED (light-emitting diode) -- those ultra-efficient. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Energy watch Oct 24, 2009
So it seems like the light emitting diode (LED) could really come into its own. Until now, LED light bulbs have remained something of a rarity as a result of the bulbs sky-high price tag. (BBC News)
Taiwan's Hon Hai May Invest $1 Billion in China's Chengdu for Green Tech Oct 17, 2009
Hon Hai will manufacture light-emitting diode backlights and liquid-crystal display modules at the site, Ding said without giving a timeline for the investment. Hon Hai, based in Taipei, is the worlds largest contract electronics manufacturer whose clients include and Hewlett-Packard Co.. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Illumitex grabs $4.3M in funding Oct 15, 2009
Austin-based Illumitex, which develops light-emitting diode, or LED, technology, received the funding from nine investors, according to a filing with the. CEO Matthew Thomas could not be reached for comment. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Samsung's Luxia LED TV Keeps You Connected Oct 15, 2009
First, the advantages: The most notable addition over previous models is LED, or light-emitting diode, backlighting across the Luxia lineup. Replacing fluorescent-tube backlighting typically improves image quality and delivers greater power efficiency by adjusting lighting only in areas of the set required to correctly view the picture on the screen. (BusinessWeek)
OLEDs shrink the projector, and the headset Oct 12, 2009
The micro-display projector uses OLED (organic light-emitting diode) technology, which can be used to generate brilliant color images with less energy and can be mounted on curved surfaces, such as eyeglass lenses. (Conventional optics, many headset makers concede, are nearing their limits for weight and size. (Boston Globe)
T-Mobile Will Offer Android-Powered Samsung Behold II Oct 7, 2009
2-inch organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display featuring the latest active-matrix technology and a five-megapixel camera that doubles as a camcorder. "The premium screen and quality camera coupled with Samsung's innovative cube menu makes the Behold II a multimedia powerhouse that's made even stronger by T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network," said T-Mobile USA Product Marketing Director Travis Warren. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Light installation rains down library walls Oct 6, 2009
Bluerain, which consists of 23,520 glowing blue light-emitting diode (LED) lights, works like this ... The first time I saw a light-emitting diode was at a garage sale. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
BenQ leads the LED display pack Oct 5, 2009
PETALING JAYA: BenQ is leading the charge in the LED (light-emitting diode) revolution by recently launching three LED displays, the 24in Full HD V2400 Eco, 21. 5in Full HD V2200 Eco and 18. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Danville goes 'green' with LED lighting Sep 25, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville has joined the Cree LED City program, an international initiative promoting the deployment of energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. The city recently installed LED lights in the Danville Water Treatment Plant and the Adult Detention Center in response to the "Go Green Virginia" initiative sponsored by the Virginia Municipal League. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
New Cooling Technology Uses Air 'Bullets' to Shoot Down Overheated LEDs Sep 24, 2009
Light-emitting diodes generate much less heat than traditional lightbulbs, but the heat they do radiate makes them dimmer and cuts short their life spans ... TO COOL: Nuventix's SynJet technology is an example of a system that can be used to cool light-emitting diode (LEDs) lighting fixtures, without the need for a fan ... Light-emitting diodes really shine as an energy-efficient, long-lasting source of illumination in sensors, flashlights and video screens. (Scientific American)
New Solar Home is More Boston than Jetsons Sep 22, 2009
The overall energy load of the Boston house will probably be about a third of a typical home the same size, as it will be well-insulated (lowering the heating and cooling system load) and it will use energy-efficient appliances and LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. Community living. (CBS News)
Oclaro raises outlook for its 1Q revenue Sep 22, 2009
Shares of chip maker Supertex Inc. were up more than 5 percent Tuesday after an analyst upgraded the stock to "buy" based on its position as the sole supplier of drivers for Samsung Electronics Co. light-emitting diode televisions. Collins Stewart analyst John Vinh raised his rating from "hold" and set a $31 price target. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Phase-changing thermal management to prolong LED lifespan Sep 22, 2009
new family of phase-changing thermal management material from Honeywell is claimed to improve the lifespan of light-emitting diode (LED) arrays used for display backlights and solid-state lighting, by changing phase during use to more efficienty transfer heat away from devices. Called Honeywell LTM6300-SP, the phase-changing material replaces traditional silicone-based pastes which pump out and degrade at high temperatures, with a polymer matrix embedded with thermally conductive metals. (EETimes)
Danville joins Cree LED City program Sep 19, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville recently announced that it has joined the Cree LED City(r) program, an international initiative promoting the deployment of energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. The city has installed Cree LED lights in the Danville Water Treatment Plant and the Adult Detention Center in response to the Go Green Virginia initiative sponsored by the Virginia Municipal League (VML). (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Focus Media Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results Sep 19, 2009
Through Focus Media's multi-platform digital advertising network, the company reaches urban consumers at strategic locations and point-of-interests over a number of media formats, including audiovisual television displays in buildings and stores, advertising poster frames and other new and innovative media, such as outdoor light-emitting diode or LED digital billboard and Internet advertising platforms. As of June 30, 2009, Focus Media's digital out-of-home advertising network had approximately... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Material For Nanoscale Computer Chips Sep 18, 2009
We already use various organic materials in, for example, flat screens, such as OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode). The new results show how small and advanced devices made of organic materials can become. (Science Daily)
Microsoft introduces latest Zune player Sep 18, 2009
The truly notable achievement is the screen, which uses organic light-emitting diode technology to bring forth a stunning image. The stills and videos displayed on the screen have depth and wonderfully vivid colors. (AZCentral -- Business)
Elegant new Zune HD may be a little late to the game Sep 17, 2009
The Zune s sleek, angular look is made possible by a touchscreen that uses organic light-emitting diode, or OLED, technology, instead of the standard liquid crystal displays. OLEDs generate their own light, so there s no little bank of fluorescent lamps mounted behind the screen. (Boston Globe)
Zune HDs Go On Sale With Updated Software Sep 17, 2009
As for the feature set, the new units will provide a built-in HD Radio receiver -- adding support for the 2,000 or so HD radio stations in the country -- as well as high-definition (HD) video output capabilities, organic light-emitting diode (OLED) multi-touch screen, Wi-Fi support and an Internet browser. At the same time, Microsoft is phasing out its original line of Zunes, so that only the Zune HD will be available going forward. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Zune HD Outshines Apple's iPod with an OLED Display Sep 16, 2009
Beyond playing music, the Zune targets Apple's iPod with high-definition movie-watching capabilities on an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen that analysts said could reflect the future of mobile TV.. Microsoft called Zune HD a significant step forward for portable media players. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Review: Can the Zune HD close the iPod gap? Sep 16, 2009
3-inch organic light-emitting diode ( ) display (compared to the 3. 5-inch display on the iPod Touch). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Nikon parades new cameras Sep 15, 2009
5in OLED (organic light-emitting diode) screen which boasts better colour, contrast and viewing angles compared with LCD screens. The S70s interface is also touch-driven and supports multitouch features, such as pinch in and pinch out to zoom in and out of photos. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Towa May Beat LED Equipment Sales Target by 10% on Demand From TV Makers Sep 15, 2009
Sept. 15 (Bloomberg) -- the second best- in Japans Topix index this year, may top its sales forecast for light-emitting diode equipment by more than 10 percent on increased demand from consumer electronics makers. Kyoto-based Towa, the worlds biggest maker of molds used to make semiconductors, may exceed its 2 billion yen ($22 million) forecast for sales of equipment used in LED production in the year ending March 31. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Cameron Indoor Gets Upgrades Sep 15, 2009
In front of the undergrads will be a new state-of-the-art press table featuring 90-feet of LED (light emitting diode) technology. The new press row will improve crowding in the first row of the student section and features two aisles that will help fans and media members in and out of their seats at halftime and after the game. (TheDevilsDen.com)
* [BUSINESS BRIEFS] Sep 12, 2009
Mediland Enterpise Corp (~), a local medical devices manufacturer, has come out with the nations first surgical lighting that runs on light-emitting diode (LED) technology. Dubbed MediLED, the specialty lighting is undergoing product certification in the US by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Panasonic Debuts EVERLEDS LED Light Bulbs; Industry's Most Energy-efficient LED Bulbs Sep 10, 2009
Osaka, Sept 10, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Panasonic Corporation, a leader in electronics technology and innovation, today unveiled bulb-shaped LED (light-emitting diode) lamps, the latest addition to its EVERLEDS LED lighting products. The new line-up consisting of eight types of bulbs offers the industry's most energy-efficient(1), lightest(2) and smallest LED bulbs(3). (JCN Network, Japan)
Buy LED Christmas Lights Online Sep 9, 2009
LED, or light-emitting diode, lights save money and energy. Compared to incandescent bulbs, LED lights bulbs are more energy efficient, using up to 90 percent less power, and last much longer. (Suite101.com)
* S Korean giants push rival TVs Sep 7, 2009
South Koreas Samsung Electronics is talking up its LED (light emitting diode) backlit model. Rival LG Electronics hails what it calls next-generation technology using AM OLEDs (active matrix organic light emitting diodes). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Amy Goodman: Climate talks should be seen in a new light Sep 5, 2009
Europeans will now turn to the much more efficient compact fluorescent, halogen and LED (light-emitting diode) bulbs. Incandescents, critics argue, waste up to 95 percent of energy as heat, using only 5 percent for light. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Green light savings Sep 5, 2009
The LED (light-emitting diode) traffic light conversion project, mostly completed last year in the area, was a success, and will continue to be in the future. Conversions were taking place in an 11-county area. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Light-emitting diodes brighten new HDTVs Sep 2, 2009
LED, short for light-emitting diode, refers to the method of backlighting or illuminating the screens of these new TVs. Traditional LCD models use Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps as the lighting source. (MSNBC -- Technology)
LEDsbrighten new HDTVs Sep 2, 2009
Light-emitting diodes brighten new HDTVs - HDTV- msnbc ... Light-emitting diodes brighten new HDTVs ... LED, short for light-emitting diode, refers to the method of backlighting or illuminating the screens of these new TVs. (MSNBC -- Technology)
HP Labs shift focus Aug 31, 2009
HP Labs develops the first commercially available light-emitting diode (LED). 1972. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Liquid-OLED could boost flexible displays, e-readers Aug 29, 2009
LONDON The possibility of combining the rich color gamut of organic light emitting diode (OLED) displays with enhanced flexibility is opened up by an academic paper on a liquid-OLED display in a recent issue of Applied Physics Letters. Denghui Xu and Chihaya Adachi of the Center for Future Chemistry, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan, have reported an OLED with a liquid host of 9-(2-ethylhexyl)carbazole (EHCz) doped with a guest emitter of 5,6,11,12-tetraphenylnapthacene, otherwise known as... (EETimes)
Sourcing Innovative Products to Imp... Aug 27, 2009
The motion mirror has an embedded light-emitting diode (LED) screen on its top left side. About the size of a laptop monitor, the LED screen displays a series of pre-set advertisements that users will see when they preen themselves in front of what otherwise looks like a large regular mirror. (Suite101.com)
Zune HD to Target iPod Touch With Its Own Apps Aug 26, 2009
It won't be first to provide such a product, but Apple is simply the best in the industry at determining what consumers want before they even know it. Select a newsletter and click Join to sign up. (SmallBusinessComputing)
New Industrial LCD Panels With 100,000 Hour MTBF LED Backlight Systems From Toshiba America Electronic Components Aug 26, 2009
Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)* announced new color active-matrix, thin film transistor (TFT) LCD modules for industrial applications with long-life, light-emitting diode (LED) backlight systems with a Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)(1) of 100,000 hours (approximately 11. 4 years). (PR Newswire)
OLED sets not yet on the market Aug 25, 2009
A: OLED (organic light-emitting diode) is the wave of the future for screens ... A: OLED (organic light-emitting diode) is the wave of the future for screens. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ultrathin LEDs: New Class Of Displays Aug 23, 2009
23, 2009) A new process for creating ultrathin, ultrasmall inorganic light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and assembling them into large arrays offers new classes of lighting and display systems with interesting properties, such as see-through construction and mechanical flexibility, that would be impossible to achieve with existing technologies ... (June 19, 2009) Researchers are reporting the first use of a fundamentally new approach in the quest to snare the Holy Grail of the lighting industry: An... (Science Daily)
Brighter idea for bendy displays Aug 22, 2009
The new method allows these tiny light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to be attached to materials such as glass or rubber ... There are two types of light-emitting diode (LED) technology, inorganic and organic. (BBC News -- Technology)
Novaled OLED meets DoE lighting specs Aug 21, 2009
MANHASSET, NY Novaled has developed a large area organic light emitting diode device that the company claims meets international lighting specifications. The Dresden, Germany-based company has developed a 15x15 cm OLED device that reaches a power efficiency of 30 lm/W at an initial brightness of 1,000 cd/m2. (EETimes)
Increasing orders from Penang electronic sector to continue Aug 19, 2009
We have increased monthly production by 10% to about 30 million units of integrated circuits and light emitting diode dies for the third quarter, he said. The group also expects to receive more orders from customers in Japan, the US and China. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Microsoft’s Zune is apt to ease the iPhone envy Aug 17, 2009
3-inch OLED (organic light emitting diode) glass touch screen. Similar to the screen on the iPod Touch, the Zune HD s screen is multitouch. (Boston Globe)
Smartphone war opens door for OELD Aug 14, 2009
Active-matrix organic light-emitting diode (AM-OLED) displays are making a belated appearance in pricier smartphones as makers latch on to the technology to get an edge in a sector where competition is fierce and features matter more than price. Samsung Electronics, the world's No.2 mobile phone maker and a main proponent of the technology, has eight models featuring organic screens and plans to roll out about 10 more by the year-end. (India Times)
New TV studios taking shape at Brookline High Aug 14, 2009
Students artwork will be hung on the walls, and light-emitting diode lights on the reception desk will be capable of showing images of art and low-resolution video. You re going to come in, and this is going to be a kind of high-energy, well-lit space, he said. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Judge rules against Fargo in sign dispute Aug 13, 2009
LED stands for light-emitting diode. Opponents of the signs worry about light pollution and an increased risk of distracted motorists. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Iowa Proceeds with Scoreboard Installation Aug 11, 2009
The Hawkeyes' new system will include two Daktronics light emitting diode (LED) video displays using the latest Daktronics industry-leading technology. One display, a PS-16 model, will measure approximately 8 feet high and 24 feet wide. (Hawkeyesports.com)
TECH TIPS: Ask Kim Aug 10, 2009
A: LED stands for light-emitting diode. An LED is not a type of television. (USA Today -- Tech)
Where an Inventor-Entrepreneur Finds Motivation Aug 5, 2009
We're specializing in developing LED [light-emitting diode] bulbs that are highly energy-efficient and long-lasting. The goal is to save the U.S. and hopefully, the world energy. (BusinessWeek)
* TSMC mulls acquisition in attempt to boost sales Aug 5, 2009
The chipmaker is considering purchasing companies in the solar and light-emitting diode (LED) industries, chairman and chief executive officer Morris Chang (i) said in an interview on Monday. He did not identify acquisition targets or specify investment amounts. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Nikon Introduces Four New COOLPIX Cameras Offering Superior Performance, Design and Innovation Aug 4, 2009
Building on the success of Nikon's previous touch-screen models, the ultra-stylish COOLPIX S70 features an enhanced interface and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display technology for a new user experience, housed in a stylish camera body. The COOLPIX S1000pj features the world's first built-in projector, which enables consumers to share their images and videos in an all-new fun way. (PR Newswire)
LED jobs may come to Middle Tenn. Aug 3, 2009
-based NCS Power Inc. to make energy-efficient light-emitting diode lights. The arrangement may also involve at least one facility in Marshall County. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Opening A New Window On Daylight, While Reducing Electricity Consumption Aug 2, 2009
(June 19, 2009) Researchers are reporting the first use of a fundamentally new approach in the quest to snare the Holy Grail of the lighting industry: An LED (light-emitting diode) -- those ultra-efficient. . (Science Daily)
Solar Lantern: Students Design More Efficient, Affordable Lighting For Sub-Saharan Africans Jul 31, 2009
Ko said his solar lantern has three main components: a solar panel, battery and a white light-emitting diode ... He decided to use a white light-emitting diode because it's cheaper, lasts longer and is brighter. (Science Daily)
Anti-Aging Tech Advances Jul 29, 2009
" 2. The Collagen Rebuilders---, $395 Light emitting diode machines (or LEDs) stimulate collagen production in the skin, reduce wrinkles and even zap acne, and now there are smaller versions that you can use at home. The Tanda Professional Skincare System is great because it helps to improve skin texture and color while diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It naturally stimulates the production of collagen, which is what your skin needs to look plump and fresh. You will see... (CBS News -- Early Show)
* A necessary climate for US action Jul 26, 2009
These efforts are mirrored by Chinese initiatives in such fields as new low-energy vehicles; light-emitting diode (LED) lighting; building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV); innovative energy efficiency technologies; and various alternative energy sources such as solar, wind, bio-gas and synthetic fuels. Both countries express a determination to find collaborative ways to restructure their energy mixes with new, low-carbon energy technologies. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Lighting Revolution Forecast By Top Scientist Jul 23, 2009
This new generation lighting technology uses light-emitting diodes (LEDs) instead of incandescent ... (June 19, 2009) Researchers are reporting the first use of a fundamentally new approach in the quest to snare the Holy Grail of the lighting industry: An LED (light-emitting diode) -- those ultra-efficient. (Science Daily)
LED bulbs to create jobs in Middle Tenn. Jul 23, 2009
Murfreesboro-based will make the energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) bulbs at its Middle Tennessee plants, creating 100 to 200 jobs in its first phase, according to Davis Groupe spokesman Jeff Ames. Davis is historically a supplier to the automotive industry, including Nissan and Toyota, and had cut its staff which had been around 50 people by more than 80 percent in the past year. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Toyo Tanso Shares Surge After Credit Suisse Raises Rating to `Outperform' Jul 23, 2009
Yamada also cited a strong start at the Osaka-based companys light-emitting diode business. Yamada also boosted the stocks share price estimate to 5,900 yen from 2,300 yen. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Cell Phones Turned Into Fluorescent Microscopes Jul 23, 2009
The researchers used filters to block out background light and to restrict the light source, a simple light-emitting diode (LED), to the 460 nanometer wavelength necessary to excite the green fluorescent dye in the TB-infected blood. Using an off-the-shelf phone with a 3. (Science Daily)
CEO says future not 'evident' for LED developer Jul 18, 2009
The lawsuit, and the slowdown in sales of Evident s LED (light-emitting diode) devices because of the recession, have clouded the company s outlook. Ballinger said he s not sure what the future holds for his nine-year-old company. (Albany Business Review, NY)
* Local research team invents chlorophyll cell Jul 18, 2009
Following the same principle, the wet-to-use cell can also be combined with a light-emitting diode (LED) that can make a life vest glow when wet, Liao said. The cell will keep the LED lit for 72 hours, increasing the chances that victims who fell into the water will be spotted and rescued. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
