DocumentCode
1472807
Title
Accessing the Internet via Overhead Lights
Author
Paulson, Linda Dailey
Volume
44
Issue
3
fYear
2011
fDate
3/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
18
Lastpage
21
Abstract
Light has long been used to convey information-often in long and short bursts, as in semaphores-and today´s world is no exception. Researchers recently found a way for users to access the Internet via visible light. LVX System developed a lighting fixture that offers an access point with a clear data channel to whatever backbone system the LVX customer has installed. CEO John Pederson says that unlike RF-based technologies, which can be easily overwhelmed, LVX offers Internet connections via visible light communication through hosting devices found in overhead LED lighting panels. visible light communication can offer a secure, clear connection. LVX´s light based system currently works with LED lighting and isn´t specifically designed for networking.
Keywords
Internet; light emitting diodes; optical communication; Internet; LED lighting panels; LVX system; data channel; light communication; overhead lights; Artificial intelligence; Debugging tools; Intrusion detection; Optical technology; Security; Silicon photonics;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Computer
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0018-9162
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/MC.2011.73
Filename
5731564
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