ON Semiconductors has launched a pair of web sites which put you one click away from a bunch of resources which could be valuable for your next LED lighting design. They've mined a lot of their deep ...

What’s the Best Way to Configure Stairwell Lighting? Q: Randall, I still see electricians and architects placing recessed cans in the middle of stairways. It is very difficult for homeowners to ...

The LED industry is in the midst of a rapid development cycle. In an effort to lengthen bulb lifetime, intensify colors, and create higher energy efficiencies, manufacturers are developing LEDs at an ...

Keeping LEDs cool in high-power LED designs can be almost as challenging as keeping them lit. This is especially true with the smaller form factors, increased power densities, and lower thermal ...

Electronic photocontrols are versatile, compatible with traditional light sources, and suitable for various applications, providing long-term flexibility and reliability. Thermal photocontrols ...

Forget what you remember about your parents’ outdoor lights. The days of heavy, overbearing, even noisy outdoor lighting are over. LED exterior lighting is all the rage. Becoming popular starting ...

Small environments present unique challenges when it comes to lighting. Chad Rothe, Founder and Owner of Lightform Lighting in Scottsdale, AZ, shared some insights on how to make every square foot ...

Learn how to repair a broken electric fence and make the most of LED light bulbs in this savvy, reader-submitted tip. I have two tips I’d like to share with you. First, you can use copper wire to fix ...

LED bulbs are the way to go for a “smarter” smart home. While some bulbs and bulb kits may be a bit of an investment upfront, the cash you’ll save in the long run, combined with many of the great ...

There are many power management methods that can be used for LED lighting. You can drive them via a number of dedicated driver ICs available on the market, or even use microcontroller units (MCUs) for ...

Winter is approaching, and with each passing day, it gets darker earlier. But there’s a bright spot on the horizon: It’s time to decorate your home with festive holiday lights. Before you haul out the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. When designing or decorating a home, much thought is given to the colors, ...