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 INDUSTRY NEWS (September 2006)
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Avago unveils 480-lumen RGB LED lighting modules 29 Sep
Avago has unveiled a series of "plug and play" 24-watt RGB LED modules aimed at various decorative, architectural and task lighting markets.
Epistar merges with two Taiwan-based LED chip makers 29 Sep
Further consolidation in Taiwan's LED industry as Epistar merges with Epitech Technology and Highlink Technology.
Patent news: Lite-On licenses Cree LED patent 29 Sep
LCD maker Lite-On will use Cree's LED chips in white LED-based backlight units for laptop screens.
LEDs on Renault concept car light up Paris motor show 27 Sep
Innovative LED lighting is likely to feature heavily at this year's motor show in Paris.
LEDs bring textiles to life 26 Sep
Philips says that its LED-based Lumalive textiles are a glimpse of a future where our clothes are more intelligent and interactive.
Vivid Effect and Sign Connections get XStream 25 Sep
Vivid Effect and Sign Connections are teaming up to promote LED-based signage solutions.
Oki, Toshiba improve LED printheads, light extraction 21 Sep
A new bonding process developed by Oki has improved the density of LED arrays for laser printers, while Toshiba has a new light-extraction technique to boost LED brightness.
Alcan showcases "aluminum sandwich" LED lighting system 21 Sep
Alcan, a leading global materials company, has unveiled a prototype FLAT LED lighting system that combines aluminium components and LEDs in an innovative sandwich construction.
Seminars discuss off-grid LED lighting, LCD backlighting 21 Sep
Two separate seminars in the US will discuss the role for LEDs in fulfilling the demand for off-grid lighting solutions, as well as providing backlights for LCD screens.
DOE launches testing program for solid-state lighting 21 Sep
To assist the introduction of LED-based lighting products into the commercial marketplace, the US DOE has launched a Commercial Product Testing Program
TIR partners with Semperlux, retains strategic advisors 21 Sep
Semperlux AG has signed a development and supply agreements for TIR's Lexel LED-based technology. Meanwhile, TIR has retained has an advisor to explore its strategic opportunities.
Carmanah solar-powered LED lights support US military 21 Sep
The US Marine Corps and Air Force have each ordered solar-powered LED lighting systems from Carmanah Technologies.
Cree sues BridgeLux for patent infringement (update) 20 Sep
Cree is suing a rival chip maker over patents relating to light extraction structures used in LEDs, and to gallium nitride-based buffer technology.
Macroblock launches initial public offering in Taiwan 19 Sep
LED driver IC manufacturer Macroblock has been approved for an IPO by Taiwanese regulators.
PLASA in pictures - LEDs enable entertainment applications 14 Sep
The annual tradeshow for the lighting and sound sectors of the entertainment industry was rich with LED-related applications.
Research reveals how blue LEDs emit light 14 Sep
A new understanding of the mechanism behind blue LED luminescence could lead to the development of revolutionary new families of light emitters.
LAX uses LEDs from Color Kinetics in lighting installation 14 Sep
Color Kinetics LED fixtures have replaced metal halide fixtures in a renovated lighting installation at Los Angeles Airport.
LEDs feature in train indicator applications 14 Sep
Oxley is supplying LED indicator lights for illuminated control boxes on the London Underground, while DDP has developed a LED-based train door safety system.
LEDs enhance visual design of CEDES Science Park 11 Sep
Optical sensor manufacturer CEDES has used over 20,000 LEDs for internal and external lighting at its headquarters in Landquart (Switzerland).
Market research: LEDs to top $10 billion in 2011…and more 11 Sep
BCC predicts a total LED of $10.6 billion by 2011, Strategies Unlimited has released a new report on the market for substrates for GaN-based device growth, and Freedonia says the US lamp market will exceed $12.6 billion in 2010.
LED makers join forces to create industry meeting 08 Sep
In an unprecedented step, several leading LED makers are collaborating to organize and sponsor the LED Leadership Summit.
Chamaeleon LEDs illuminate Heathrow advertising sign 07 Sep
A high-profile advertising wall at Heathrow airport's Terminal 3 uses LED lighting and controls supplied by Chamaeleon Technologies.
Samsung unveils 40-inch LCD TV with LED backlights 07 Sep
Samsung is promoting its LED backlighting technology that provides a very high color gamut, and other advantages.
Personnel announcements: Cree, Renaissance LLF, BridgeLux 07 Sep
Philips plans Lumileds LED plant in Singapore 05 Sep
A new Philips Lumileds wafer fabrication facility will enable the company to double its output of high-power LEDs.
Cree EZBright power LED chip doubles output (update) 04 Sep
Cree's latest power LED chip has twice the radiant flux of its current products, offering up to 370 mW at 350 mA in blue.
AlN substrate specialist Crystal IS raises $10.6 million 04 Sep
A second investment round led by Lux Capital has raised $10.6 million for the leading supplier of native aluminum nitride (AlN) substrates.
Seoul Semiconductor’s 75-lm LED offers superior reliability 01 Sep
Seoul Semiconductor(SSC), a market leader in LED packages, has introduced the new Z-power LED series, P2, with super brightness and high reliability.
New patents: Nichia, Permlight, Barco, Dialight, CAO, Boca Flasher 01 Sep
US patents issued recently include an LED lighting fixture from Nichia and Daisho Denko, and a UV curing light from CAO Group.
Color Kinetics and Robe Show Lighting sign licensing deal 01 Sep
Color Kinetics has signed another license agreement with a leading provider of entertainment lighting.
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