Electronics

            During the 21^st century, there have been many technological advancements and creations that have been a very beneficial part of a human being’s lifestyle.  Most of these different types of technology have been influenced by previous inventions from past decades.  The ultimate goal of all types of technologies is to influence future endeavors and help pave for a brighter and smarter future.  Lighting, has been a simple technique used in anything from musical shows to entertainment performance for many years.  It has paved way for these industries by implementing a scenic atmosphere that is ideal for the theming or setting being portrayed.  Whether it be a dark and dramatic scene, or an energetic and happy scene, lighting can do the job. 

The whole idea of “light” started with the sun and its color spectrum, and slowly evolved into man made lighting, such as torches or lamps.  In 1879, an inventor named Thomas Edison ventured to create the first electric light-bulb, which helped start this whole trend of “lighting.”  This was then followed by the creation of the highly popular fluorescent light bulb that helped form high intensity discharge lamps in the 20^th century.  Now in the 21^st century, a light-emitting diode, otherwise known as an LED has stepped its game up to be the top competitor in lighting.

            LED’s have helped set the tone for the basis of lighting and what it should be.  These energy efficient and bright lights are not only important to many theatrical performances and shows, but also within households throughout the world.  This type of lighting is very energy efficient and doesn’t produce much heat, which means it is very safe.  LED lights are being used everywhere and have a very long life that gives users a quality product.  An example of a user of LED lighting, would be the band, Coldplay and a man named Jason Regler.  In 2011, Coldplay started providing fans with LED, light changing wristbands.  This type of invention had stemmed from the notion of rock fans holding up lighters at a concert.  These interactive bands are computerized and designed to go along with the music being played at each show.  The band, as well as Regler wanted to create a new type of technological way to use LED lighting, while having the mindset of bringing people closer to the performances. 

The idea of lighting has progressed significantly through the years as decades have gone by.  Every different type of light has helped pave the way towards the evolution of this technological advancement.  This can be said with any sort of modern day technology in the 21^st century.  Each and every single invention on this earth has started small and has grown to what it is today, something that once was unimaginable.  That means that even today’s inventions can transform and create an even better future for mankind.

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