An LED and a semiconductor laser (or laser LED) work in essentially the same way, that is, light is emitted as electrons and holes combine, with emission wavelength dependent upon the materials used.

In addition to their customary roles as indicators and illuminators, modern LEDs can also serve as photovoltaic detectors (reference 1 and reference 2). Simply connecting a red LED to a multimeter and ...

A study involving cultivation of four types of vegetable plants compared a conventional white LED tube light with LED lamps with a good spectral fit to the maximum photosynthetic response at two ...

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diodes Incorporated (Diodes) (Nasdaq: DIOD) announces its latest linear current LED driver, the DIODES™ AL5887. This product offers a simple way of driving numerous LEDs ...

The polarity markings on LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) seem to be a common cause of confusion. The polarity may be indicated by a flat section on one side of the body or by one lead being shorter than ...

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is broadening its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of two new 940 nm high-speed infrared emitting diodes in compact 3.2 mm by 2.51 mm by 1.2 mm clear SMD ...

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Diodes Incorporated (DIOD) today introduces the AL58818Q and AL58812Q, a new series of automotive-compliant* 18- and 12-channel linear LED drivers designed to provide ...

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diodes Incorporated (Diodes) (Nasdaq: DIOD) today introduces a new 36-channel automotive-compliant* linear LED current driver. The AL5887Q, with its ability to drive RGB ...