New lighting form: Bioluminescence

In the near future, the wonderful object of combining a glass container with a liquid hose or a concept that will impart natural light will have a completely new meaning.

The concept of this new "bio-light" was created by Philips, a Dutch electrical company, and produced light using the same method as the luminous organisms such as fireflies.

Bioluminescence is produced by the chemical reaction of luminescent enzymes and fluorescein substances. In a glass jar fixed in an iron frame, bacteria that emit green light can be put into the biogas, and the glass jar is connected to the waste disposal tank of the house using a silicone rubber hose.

Biolight is designed as part of a sustainable "integrated circulatory system" in the family.

Philips is looking forward to using this biotechnology to reassess the energy consumption of the family.

Kleb-Walden is the senior director in charge of design innovation. He pointed out that "designers are obliged to explore solutions that are more energy-efficient and less prone to nuisance." He said, "Designers must force themselves to re-examine the entire household appliance, to resolve how household energy is consumed, and whether the entire group can jointly reserve energy, etc." problem."

Jim Harseroff, a plant biologist at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, points out that bioluminescence is a very challenging idea; “There are usually two things that are not related to each other and they are full of charm. Everyone knows that they will not think about lighting. Start cultivating bacteria in your home, but you are interested in exploring ideas."

However, Khaslov does not think that bioluminescence will challenge LED and energy-saving lighting fixtures.

Philips believes that this technology can also be applied in other ways, such as the use of light-emitting plants to illuminate the sides of the road, warning stairs and so on.