The Development of High Efficiency LED Lamp Inspired by the Luminous Principle of Fireflies

This more efficient light source is inspired by the discovery of serrated scales inside fireflies, which enhance the luminous effect of this creature. The cover on the LED Lamp simulates the function of the scale and reduces the energy required by the LED lamp.

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The photosensitive material coating on the LED lamp simulates the function of firefly scales, improves energy efficiency and reduces the energy required for lighting.

"The most important aspect of this research is that it shows how much we can learn by carefully observing nature," said Annik Bey, a Ph.D. from Namur University in Belgium In fireflies, a certain amount of light is reflected back into the lantern by the cuticle of its shell. But in some fireflies, this reflection can be reduced due to the arrangement of serrated scales, which means that more light overflows and makes the fireflies look brighter.

A layer of photosensitive material on the LED lamp simulates the function of scales like fireflies, which not only improves energy efficiency but also reduces the energy required for lighting. "We refer to the structure of the edge of the factory roof, because the top of the scale is convex and slightly inclined, which is a bit like the factory roof," said Annik Bay In addition, this energy efficient coating can be applied to current LED lamps as an additional benefit.