We all are living in a world that is surrounded by the internet & technology. And with the advent of the internet, things are changing every other day as people are much more aware & rational. Hence, everything we do, everything we want is affected by the trends around us. The trends are affected by the internet & technology. The trend of many industries has been revamped by new techniques, the lighting industry is one of them.
In the past few years, we have seen many new trends, and in the coming years will see more. Here are some new technologies to look forward to in the lighting industry this year.
Wireless Lighting
Nowadays, every industry is focussing to make its gadgets as much handy as they can be. Making them wireless is one such way. The lighting industry is adopting it too particularly in retrofitted projects.
The traditional lighting systems which were wired, are also being modernised using wireless technology. Experts are predicting huge opportunities in this arena of lighting industry technology such as the use of ufix-ii.
IoT ( Internet of Things)
Internet of Things or IoT is a modern technology that is aimed to not only connect smartphones & computers with the internet but also to connect these gadgets with the refrigerator, television, & lighting fixtures as well.
With the help of the internet of things, technology can operate our lighting fixtures remotely, by using our phones computers. In short, this means that you no longer have to worry about switching on or switching off your lights when you are not at your place.
This will help you to reduce your electricity bills too. For example, if you have left for somewhere & forgot to switch off the lights, you can simply switch it off with the help of your phone.
LEDs (light-emitting diode)
LED light bulbs are quite popular, for the past few years. These bulbs not only give calming light but are affordable as well. Since these are environment & health-friendly, hence the government is promoting its use too.
Apart from this, these bulbs consume very little electricity, hence helping in promoting sustainable development. LEDs emit very low carbon dioxide as compared to traditional bulbs.
Built-in Lighting
This new way of lighting is very popular these days, thanks to the light-emitting diode bulbs (or LED bulbs). As these bulbs do not need frequent replacements, hence built-in lights are getting popular.
These days be it malls, shopping complexes or restaurants; they are paying attention to the interior, beauty & decoration of their place, so built-in lighting technology is very potential.
The lights are fitted inside the walls, ceilings, or false ceilings to enhance the beauty of the place & even lighting. The buildings are designed with integrated lighting fixtures.
UV-C Lighting
UV-C lighting is powered by ultraviolet radiation. This helps to disinfect the surface within a few minutes. This is the reason why we have seen the trends shifting towards UV-C lighting especially in the coronavirus pandemic. Some research suggests that it inactivated almost 99 per cent of the SARS-CoV-2 virus on any surface within a few minutes.
LiFi ( or Light fidelity )
Li-Fi is a new wireless technology. It uses light to transmit data between the connected smart gadgets. This communication technology is based on VLC or visible light communication.
Unlike earlier times, lighting is not just a source to brighten up your home & offices. It is one of the perfect augmentations for the protocol, as it offers a way more secure network than wifi.
Using the lighting system, data can easily be transformed. But since it’s a new technology, therefore, a lot more work is required to be done. This is another new lighting technology that has a wide scope.
Connectivity
The trend of LEDs has brought the discussion of connectivity or control technology to the mainstream.
The dimmers or the sensors have been in the lighting industry for a while now, however it is the advanced digital connectivity that has made it an important aspect of the lighting industry.
So, these were some of the major trends & technology that are expected to boom in the upcoming time. The main goal of the companies is to reduce energy consumption, promote wireless lighting, prevent toxicity & carbon emission. Along with innovation & small steps towards the Internet of technology, companies are focussing on renewable resources & sustainable development.
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