While rave party glow-in-the-dark sticks are only made to last for a couple hours, Jon Liow's 'Glow' lamp is designed to have an after-glow of up to five hours and carry on lighting for up to 10 years. Using modern phosphorescent material, Glow, according to Liow, is a "low-cost, low-maintenance and low-tech solution to the global lighting problem."
The Glow light uses a bright neon green light and absorbs natural environmental light like sunlight in order to power it. Comparable to a 600 ml bottle, the device is durable, easily transportable and safe for use by anyone. While Liow admits that Glow is not a long-term replacement for current light sources, he hopes that it can provide an alternative light source for those who may have limited access to light or be used in disaster or crisis zones.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Phosphorescent Lighting
- The use of phosphorescent materials in lighting solutions presents an opportunity for long-lasting and low-cost light sources.
- Sustainable Lighting
- The development of low-maintenance and low-tech lighting solutions can address the global lighting problem in an environmentally-friendly way.
- Portable Light Sources
- The demand for easily transportable and durable light devices opens up opportunities for innovative lighting solutions.
Where This Applies
- Lighting
- The lighting industry can explore the use of phosphorescent materials and sustainable technologies to create long-lasting and cost-effective lighting products.
- Emergency Preparedness
- The emergency preparedness industry can benefit from portable and efficient light sources that can be used in disaster or crisis situations.
- Remote Communities
- The development of affordable and sustainable lighting options can provide reliable light sources for remote communities with limited access to electricity.
