The future looks bright for blue LEDs

Article Abstract:

The development of blue light-emitting diodes (LED) has further boosted illumination technology. The process for creating blue LEDs was discovered by Nichia Chemical Industries researcher Shuji Nakamura in 1993. Organic LEDs are also being developed and are expected to be commercially available by 1997.

Innovations, Light-emitting diodes, LEDs

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Radar for cars

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Nissan Diesel Motor Company Ltd has developed a radar system, called 'Traffic Eye,' that indicates when the vehicle is approaching another vehicle, or a curve, too rapidly. Trucking companies that are using the device are reporting lower accident rates.

Product information, Equipment and supplies, Traffic safety, Nissan Diesel Motor Company Ltd.

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Electric city: postcards from Akihabara

Article Abstract:

The Akihabara section of Tokyo, Japan, is known for its display and sale of electronic goods. The items for sale in the area are often seen long before they appear anywhere else in the world. A visit to Akihabara is described.

Japan, Description and travel, Electronics industry, Tokyo, Japan

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