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The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in the world and Toshiba has just announced a deal that will see it install LED systems as part of a renovation project that will make the French tourist attraction more energy efficient and eco-friendly. A number of the most popular areas within the Louvre are…

The event is partly being used to strengthen and reaffirm the relationship between the US and China and it is anticipated that two million people will pass through its exhibits in under two months. One of the main presentations is called ‘Rise to the Challenge’ and it showcases the resilience and ingenuity of the American…

A Japanese amusement park has created a unique rollercoaster experience by adding interactive 3D technology to the Space Fantasy ride using integrated LED displays. The Japanese location of famous Universal Studios franchise has taken advantage of the new interactive 3D LED display technology offered by GestureTek to make the excitement of a rollercoaster even more…

Whilst scientists have attempted to integrate electronic technology into clothing for many years, those more concerned with the fashionable side of dressing up have also been harnessing various contemporary systems in more consumer-friendly ways. This is where techno-centric fashion label CuteCircuit comes in, as it specialises in creating clothing that’s not only beautiful but also…

Governments and local councils around the world are continuing to invest in LED systems to help direct traffic and to pass on information to travellers, according to the latest figures. Funding is being allocated to solid state lighting (SSL) which takes advantage of LED technology to provide brighter, safer and more efficient signalling for motorists…

A new set of LED displays intended for use in digital signage have been created to take advantage of Power over Ethernet (POE) technology which allows for the simultaneous provision of power and data via a standard network cable and networking infrastructure. The LED displays have on-board touchscreen technology that allows users to interact with…

Clothing has often been the uncomfortable bedfellow of technology, although this has historically resulted in some less than successful products. However, so-called smart clothes which integrate LED displays and advanced monitoring systems are more practical than most hybrid experiments. The smart clothes are being developed as part of an ostensibly artistic initiative, although the fact…

In order to offset the significant carbon footprint of the 2010 World Cup, South African authorities have committed to a plan of energy efficiency and environmental protection, at the centre of which are LED technologies and systems. The World Cup is set to generate significant volumes of greenhouse gases, partly because the venues are significant…

A series of large scale LED displays have been commissioned to entertain and inform the crowds at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. The games are being held between the 3rd and the 14th of October this year in New Delhi, with the opening and closing ceremonies occurring at the Jawaharal Nehru Stadium. The LED displays are…

The Gillette Stadium, home to the New England Patriots, is to benefit from two new LED boards which will be able to display high definition video content, according to owner Kraft. Work on installing the huge LED displays has already begun and they will not only show replays and information, but will also showcase adverts…