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Smartslab, invented in 1999 by [[Tom Barker]],<ref name="GlynnInteractive">{{cite web |url= http://www.interactivearchitecture.org/7.html |title= SMARTSLAB™ |author= Ruairi Glynn, [[The Bartlett]] |work= Interactive Architecture |date= [[13 May]] [[2005]] |quote= Tom Barker, an [[Royal College of Art|RCA]] graduate, runs <small>'''b consultants ltd'''</small>, an architectural consultancy responsible for the invention of an amazing multi media display system called SMARTSLAB™. While working with [[Zaha Hadid]] on the Mind Zone at the [[Millennium Dome]], Tom created a [[Transparency (optics)#Translucency|translucent]] structural panel consisting of a honeycomb [[aluminium]] [[Composite material|composite]] sandwiched between clear [[fiberglass]] resin. Fusing structure with media, he put [[Light-emitting diode|LED]]s into the [[Composite honeycomb|honeycomb]] cells creating a ‘high tech [[stained glass]]’. }}</ref> while he was working on London's [[Millennium Dome]] with the avante garde architect [[Zaha Hadid]]. Barker had noted that a key problem with the Dome was achieving largescale video displays in high ambient light. The Smartslab technology uses structural [[composite honeycomb]] so that it is possible for displays to be integrated into architecture, as well as a [[hexagon]]al [[pixel]].<ref name="HexelTargetti">{{cite web |url= http://www.targetti.com/news/en/idcat_2/PRODUCTS_/anno_2006/idarticolo_434/SMARTSLAB:_DIGITAL_LED_DISPLAY_FOR_ARCHITECTURAL_APPLICATIONS! |title= SMARTSLAB: digital LED display for architectural applications! |author= Targetti |date= [[27 June]] [[2006]] |quote= Smartslab is much brighter than any other [[digital display]]s available on the market, using an equivalent [[Light-emitting diode|led]] light source. This performance is possible thanks to the revolutionary HEXEL™, the “[[Hexagon]]al [[Pixel]]” which is the elementary cell of each Smartslab panel. The Hexel is a [[patent]]ed device, resulting by the [[Synergy|synergic]] combination of [[electronics]], [[optics]] and [[lighting]] know-how. }}</ref> |
Smartslab, invented in 1999 by [[Tom Barker]],<ref name="GlynnInteractive">{{cite web |url= http://www.interactivearchitecture.org/7.html |title= SMARTSLAB™ |author= Ruairi Glynn, [[The Bartlett]] |work= Interactive Architecture |date= [[13 May]] [[2005]] |quote= Tom Barker, an [[Royal College of Art|RCA]] graduate, runs <small>'''b consultants ltd'''</small>, an architectural consultancy responsible for the invention of an amazing multi media display system called SMARTSLAB™. While working with [[Zaha Hadid]] on the Mind Zone at the [[Millennium Dome]], Tom created a [[Transparency (optics)#Translucency|translucent]] structural panel consisting of a honeycomb [[aluminium]] [[Composite material|composite]] sandwiched between clear [[fiberglass]] resin. Fusing structure with media, he put [[Light-emitting diode|LED]]s into the [[Composite honeycomb|honeycomb]] cells creating a ‘high tech [[stained glass]]’. }}</ref> while he was working on London's [[Millennium Dome]] with the avante garde architect [[Zaha Hadid]]. Barker had noted that a key problem with the Dome was achieving largescale video displays in high ambient light. The Smartslab technology uses structural [[composite honeycomb]] so that it is possible for displays to be integrated into architecture, as well as a [[hexagon]]al [[pixel]].<ref name="HexelTargetti">{{cite web |url= http://www.targetti.com/news/en/idcat_2/PRODUCTS_/anno_2006/idarticolo_434/SMARTSLAB:_DIGITAL_LED_DISPLAY_FOR_ARCHITECTURAL_APPLICATIONS! |title= SMARTSLAB: digital LED display for architectural applications! |author= Targetti |date= [[27 June]] [[2006]] |quote= Smartslab is much brighter than any other [[digital display]]s available on the market, using an equivalent [[Light-emitting diode|led]] light source. This performance is possible thanks to the revolutionary HEXEL™, the “[[Hexagon]]al [[Pixel]]” which is the elementary cell of each Smartslab panel. The Hexel is a [[patent]]ed device, resulting by the [[Synergy|synergic]] combination of [[electronics]], [[optics]] and [[lighting]] know-how. }}</ref> |
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The hexel is based on the [[optics]] of the [[compound eye]]. The light source is based on [[light-emitting diode]]s (LEDs) which are diffused to allow close viewing. It is claimed that the system can be used on floors and ceilings as well as walls. |
The hexel is based on the [[optics]] of the [[compound eye]]. The light source is based on [[light-emitting diode]]s (LEDs) which are diffused to allow close viewing. It is claimed that the system can be used on floors and ceilings as well as walls. |
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Investors in SmartSlab Ltd have so far seen no return on their money. |
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SmartSlab is an LED technology.[1]
Smartslab, invented in 1999 by Tom Barker,[2] while he was working on London's Millennium Dome with the avante garde architect Zaha Hadid. Barker had noted that a key problem with the Dome was achieving largescale video displays in high ambient light. The Smartslab technology uses structural composite honeycomb so that it is possible for displays to be integrated into architecture, as well as a hexagonal pixel.[3]
The hexel is based on the optics of the compound eye. The light source is based on light-emitting diodes (LEDs) which are diffused to allow close viewing. It is claimed that the system can be used on floors and ceilings as well as walls.
Investors in SmartSlab Ltd have so far seen no return on their money.
References
- ^ Tom Shelley (24 September 2007). "Dazzling future on display". Eureka engineering design magazine. Findlay Publications.
Massively large displays have been developed that are strong enough to mount on the sides of buildings—or even form the floors of virtual reality environments. They are based on hexagonal LED cells in a honeycomb, which are optically more efficient than square cells and are addressed using a form of Ethernet.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); External link in|publisher= - ^ Ruairi Glynn, The Bartlett (13 May 2005). "SMARTSLAB™". Interactive Architecture.
Tom Barker, an RCA graduate, runs b consultants ltd, an architectural consultancy responsible for the invention of an amazing multi media display system called SMARTSLAB™. While working with Zaha Hadid on the Mind Zone at the Millennium Dome, Tom created a translucent structural panel consisting of a honeycomb aluminium composite sandwiched between clear fiberglass resin. Fusing structure with media, he put LEDs into the honeycomb cells creating a 'high tech stained glass'.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ Targetti (27 June 2006). "SMARTSLAB: digital LED display for architectural applications!".
Smartslab is much brighter than any other digital displays available on the market, using an equivalent led light source. This performance is possible thanks to the revolutionary HEXEL™, the "Hexagonal Pixel" which is the elementary cell of each Smartslab panel. The Hexel is a patented device, resulting by the synergic combination of electronics, optics and lighting know-how.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help)
- Engineering Magazine, July/August 2005, p60-61
- The Times Newspaper, 13 May 2003, T2 P21
- Blueprint Magazine, April 2002, P2
External links
- Smartslab official site