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What Can We Expect From LED Light In Near Future
Light Emitting Diode or LED light has been in existence for several years, basically in niche purposes like small trinkets and indicator lighting. However, due to LED light being highly energy saving, not to mention technologically superior over other light sources such as incandescent and fluorescent lighting, it is expected to reach beyond electronic applications into commercial and home lighting equally. In a recent report by Global Industry Analysts it is predicted that the market for fluorescent and LED light could climb to $97 billion by 2010. The spike in growth would be primarily from construction and industrial development companies.
As more individuals become aware of the energy efficiency of LEDs, the cost of such items as LED bulbs will decline in price. Presently, the price of one LED bulb is considerably higher than the price of incandescent or fluorescent lighting. However, the initial price for the bulbs would more than pay for itself in the long run. On average, one incandescent 60-watt bulb can last 1,000 hours whereas one 2-watt LED light bulb endures 60,000 hours. Therefore, one would have to purchase 60 incandescent bulbs for every one LED light bulb.
Home LED light is a cut above the rest when it comes to energy efficiency. In comparison to incandescent lighting, LEDs wins hands down where energy consumption is involved. For every 60,000 hours of service, incandescent lighting uses approximately 3,600 kWh of electricity where LED lights use 120 kWh. Bottom line: energy efficiency equals a significant cost savings. LEDs gives off directional illumination. Therefore, it is beneficial as a source of light for reading or spotlighting in the room. Its powerful light productivity also makes it great for outdoor floodlighting and path illumination. These bulbs are now available that can replace most halogen or fluorescent bulbs used in the home.
Although LED light may not be convenient for all home lighting needs, replacing a few bulbs would have a noticeable affect in the amount of electricity used.
LEDs are already used in signs and videos in many indoor and outdoor sports events and parties. LED video displays and signs are often preferred because of their improved brightness, which is critical when people are viewing a sign or video from a long distance. Added advantages of these video displays are their ability to incorporate curves and 3-D designs. This makes LED displays technologically better than currently available large screen shows. Research and developers in the consumer electronics area are eager to take advantage of this overwhelmingly useful technology in future products.
Other uses for LED light include flashlights and key chains, vehicle taillights and interior lights, and LED-based projection televisions. LED light is also being used in the armed forces for LED flashlights that is used in night-vision goggles, UV-LED canteen water treatment devices and the sterilization of surgical instruments.
With LED light being more energy efficient and technologically superior to many other light sources, numerous applications are sure to grow. Future generations can expect to consider LED light as the basic light source for most lighting applications.
