LED Light Bulb

Company Name:

Panasonic Corporation

Website:

http://www.panasonic.com/

This LED light bulb can last up to 19 years and generate 60 watts of light while using only 6 watts of energy. Since it does not require changes to existing incandescent hardware, the device eliminates the need for additional equipment. Aluminum-molding technology made it possible to achieve an easy-to-screw-in form for smaller bulbs, sustaining better heat dissipation in a dust-resistant body shape.

Credits: Panasonic Corporation (Japan)

IDEA Image:

City:

New York

State:

Juror Quote:

"As a timeless expression of design, the Edison light bulb is a tough act to follow; but this one is destined to become the new symbol for a 'great idea,' with its beautiful iconic form and state of the art, energy-wise technology." <p>--Davin Stowell, Smart Design</p>

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