NIST 'Vision Science Facility' aims for lighting revolution
Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 16:21
in Physics & Chemistry
Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, have become popular with backpackers and cyclists who mount them on headbands for a reliable, hands-free source of illumination. Now, a new lab at the National Institute of Standards and Technology is helping to bring these tiny but brilliant devices into your home, to help save both energy costs and the environment.