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Equilibrium-Operated Illuminators

The Mieke Meijer Balance LED Lamp is Tricky to Turn on

— May 16, 2012 — Art & Design
While the Mieke Meijer Balance LED lamp may be fun for those who strive for perfection, it could be a bit troublesome for those times when immediate illumination is required.

The light is composed of two wooden rods with brass running along the bottom of each, which are connected by an electrical wire. While the base rod remains stationary, the second rod runs perpendicular to the other and can move from side to side to complete the circuit and turn on the fixture. Only when the two brass panels line up and touch will the light be activated -- which does not make for a particularly effective bedside lighting solution.

This precision needed to operate the lamp was the designer's way of forcing users to think about their consumption, by promoting the use of the appliance only when completely necessary.
Trend Themes
1. Equilibrium-operated Lighting - Development of balance-based lighting systems that require user precision may create opportunities for energy-efficient solutions in various applications.
2. Interactive Lighting Technology - Innovations in interactive lighting technology that require user interaction may be a novel direction for the lighting industry to explore for unique and personal lighting solutions.
3. Momentary Activation Lighting - Momentary-activated lighting that requires movement or precision to activate could be a cutting-edge direction for the industry to pursue for energy conservation and mindfulness of consumption.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The use of equilibrium-based lamps in interior design may promote energy-efficient practices and serve as a design element that promotes mindfulness of energy consumption.
2. Smart Home Automation - Incorporating interactive lighting technology in smart homes may provide users with unique and customizable lighting experiences that focus on their lifestyle while promoting energy-efficient practices.
3. Sustainable Lighting - Developing momentary-activated lighting systems for commercial and residential applications could transform the lighting industry to prioritize efficient energy consumption and sustainable practices.
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