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LIX LIGHTING START-UP COMPANY (UV)

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Start-up from the UV based on the development of Light-Emitting Electrochemical Cells (LECs). http://www.lixlighting.com

LECs are a very good alternative to other technologies such as OLED or EL foils. At the same cost of an EL Foil they offer much better performance. OLEDs are much more costly and do not comply with the intended performance needs, as their main focus is high performance with resulting high price, which does not match the market requirements for decorative lighting, where price and customization potential rules.

campus full address
UNIVERSITY OF VALENCIA C/ CATEDRATICO AGUSTIN ESCARDINO, 9 460980 VALENCIA (SPAIN)
country
Spain
contact person/researcher/expert
Vicent Clemente
key words
Light-Emitting Electrochemical Cells , lighting, LECs
creator of profile
Vicent Clemente
email contact person
vicent.clemente@uv.es
institution(s)
University of Valencia
visibility of the part "ii innovation profile"
Public
origins of the idea
Research institution
strong points and potentials

Customizable: Any desired shaped light source, many colors available

Integrable:  To any surface

Flexible: the light area can be bent and shaped over any surface

Recyclable: Can be brought back in cycle of materials via standard plastic recycling

Inexpensive: due to roll-to-roll manufacturing and inexpensive materials used.

weak points and risks

New technology (market barriers)

Other technological alternatives

 

spatial scale
Single Spot
primary use of project
Mixed use
sectors of innovation
Energy
upscaling potential
Neighbouring Science/Technology Parc or campus
type of innovation
Adaption to climate change
innovation status
Commercial Products
time to market
1 – 2 years