The document discusses electroluminescent technology, specifically light tape® products, and its historical development from 1907 to recent advancements. It highlights the advantages of electroluminescent lighting over traditional incandescent lighting, such as low power consumption, environmental benefits, and flexibility. Recent developments in the technology include improvements in output, longevity, and protection against moisture and UV damage.

1. Electroluminescent Technology Light Tape® Electroluminescent Lighting Products

2. Electroluminescence 1907 Captain Henry Joseph Round World War II radar display research Mid 1970’s Timex LCD Watch Illumination Mid/Late 1990’s Commercial EL Available 2004 Sylvania Natural Blue Phosphor 2008 Sylvania Extreme Blue/Green Phosphor www.lighttape.co.uk

3. Light Tape® Technology

4. EL Limitations Low light input Susceptible to moisture and ultraviolet Color shift Cost effective manufacture Short life

5. Recent Developments Higher output, long life phosphors Microencapsulation to prevent degradation by moisture Ultraviolet absorbers Controlling of colour shifts – dye conversion Efficient, lightweight power source of 400Hz and above

6. EL Advantages Over Incandescence Has no infrared radiation emission Has no ultraviolet emission Emits in narrow bandwidths Is compatible with Night Vision Goggles (NVG) Provides excellent scene contrast Does not fail catastrophically Low Power Consumption No Light Pollution Environmentally Friendly

7. EL “Area” Light Helps eliminate glare Improves contrast and visibility Is Flexible/Durable Reliable, low maintenance Low power consumption and cool

8. Beetham Tower

9. Elektron Tower

10. Ambassador Bloomsbury

11. Emergency Egress Lighting

12. Snap-N-Light

13. IP68 3M Resin Sealed

14. Pompey Centre

16. Darwin Walk UCL

17. Holophane External Floor Lights

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