The Sunshine Lamp Soaks Up Solar Rays for a Cheap and Easy Light Source
Amelia Roblin — December 13, 2013 — Eco
References: zju.edu.cn & red-dot.sg
There is a plethora of possible applications (like camping) for the Sunshine Lamp, but the designers from Zhejiang University had the underprivileged population in mind particularly. Considering the common practice in poorer areas of Africa and Asia of lighting kerosene lamps, an alternative solution has been suggested.
Chen Rujia, Wang Yong, He Yuxiao, Zhang Hanyang and Xu Yangjie won a 2013 Red Dot Design Award for this proposal. It's a collapsible and eco-friendly light fixture what has solar panels on one side. Push it through a hole in the wall to allow the cells to absorb the sun's rays. This energy will be converted into warm light, escaping inside from the translucent material of the Sunshine Lamp's middle. The fixture can be flattened and capped to save power.
Chen Rujia, Wang Yong, He Yuxiao, Zhang Hanyang and Xu Yangjie won a 2013 Red Dot Design Award for this proposal. It's a collapsible and eco-friendly light fixture what has solar panels on one side. Push it through a hole in the wall to allow the cells to absorb the sun's rays. This energy will be converted into warm light, escaping inside from the translucent material of the Sunshine Lamp's middle. The fixture can be flattened and capped to save power.
Trend Themes
1. Solar-powered Lighting - Designing collapsible light fixtures with solar panels offers a cheap and eco-friendly alternative to traditional lighting sources.
2. Portable Lighting Solutions - Creating lightweight and collapsible lamps provides convenience and versatility for various applications such as camping or emergency situations.
3. Energy-efficient Design - Developing translucent materials that efficiently transmit warm light from solar energy can lead to more sustainable lighting solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can explore opportunities in developing solar-powered lighting systems to provide affordable and eco-friendly lighting solutions.
2. Outdoor Gear - The outdoor gear industry can integrate portable and collapsible lighting solutions into their product offerings to enhance the camping and adventure experience.
3. Home Decor - The home decor industry can leverage energy-efficient design concepts to create stylish and sustainable lighting fixtures for residential use.
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