Siemens Sets New Record for Wireless Data Transfer using White LEDs
Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 13:08
in Mathematics & Economics
(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers from Siemens have broken their own record for wirelessly transmitting data over white LED light. They`ve now achieved rates of 500 megabits per second (Mbps), shattering the previous record of 200 Mbps. Wireless data transfer using light, also called Visible Light Communication (VLC), could have applications in transportation, industry, and home use.