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  By Yang Lan, International Market Manager, Star Factory Lantern A daytime attraction is read through movement, surface detail and close-range interaction. After dark, silhouette, brightness, color relationships, viewing distance and control strategy take over. Planning both modes together can make outdoor attractions more coherent, serviceable and flexible. At Night, the De...

  iGuzzini has expanded its recessed lighting portfolio with Laser Evo, a highly configurable downlight system that’s built on the visual-comfort principles. Designed for retail, hospitality and residential applications, Laser Evo combines compact form factors, architectural integration, optical flexibility and connected-control options in a platform offering more than one mi...

  Beijing Betavolt New Energy Technology has announced a compact nuclear coin-sized battery, the BV100, capable of delivering continuous power for up to 50 years without recharging or maintenance, positioning the technology as a potential disruptor in long-duration energy supply for low-power electronics and remote applications. The device, often described as a “nuclear micro...

  Neuroscience-informed design positions illumination as a practical tool for reducing cognitive load, strengthening wayfinding, and giving students greater control over their learning environments. As higher-education institutions focus more closely on student well-being, retention, and academic success, neuroinclusive design is moving beyond its traditional accessibility ro...

  LEDVANCE has received a 2026 German Innovation Award for Elix, an AI-powered companion lighting robot that combines adaptive illumination, robotics and interactive controls. The product won the Excellence in Business-to-Consumer Lighting category at the May awards ceremony in Berlin, following its public debut at Lichtwoche Sauerland and appearance at Light + Building 2026....