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Whether tackling rugged mountain trails or navigating through dense forests at night, off-road enthusiasts depend on one critical element: reliable lighting. As the off-road and powersports industry grows, so does the demand for advanced lighting solutions that can handle these extreme environments. According to a 2023 report from Fortune [...]

In previous posts, we’ve seen how the energy efficiency, low cost, and design flexibility of LEDs has made it the dominant technology for high-end residential lighting. Built-in fixtures can be customized to fulfill the needs of practical illumination, ambient mood, or simply highlight the other impressive features of a [...]

LED Requirements for Industrial Environments Standard LED components for indicators and illumination may not be able to withstand the harsh conditions often found in industrial settings. To hold up under constant vibration, dust, chemicals and moisture, industrial designers often need enhanced and ruggedized solutions. This post explores the unique [...]

When designing lighting systems for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, engineers must navigate a complex array of technical requirements and performance criteria for efficiency, durability, and compliance. American Bright technical experts are on hand to assist design engineers select the right LED lighting solution for their EV projects. To [...]

Navigating Marine Lighting: LED Technology Trends in Boats and Yachts In a previous post about automotive trends, we learned that the #1 consumer criterion for new car purchase was LED ambient-lighting schemes. An impressive interior cockpit is now more of a determinant of a sale than many other features, [...]

Picture yourself stepping into a restroom where everything seems to anticipate your actions. As you approach the faucet, the water turns on. The soap dispenser releases just the right amount of soap with a wave of your hands. An IR LED pair causes the toilet to flush automatically and [...]

LEDs have transformed many industries with their remarkable efficiency, extended and versatile properties. The same is true in the medical world, as medical professionals are finding ways to use LEDs to enhance patient care. It is important to stress that we are not medical professionals, nor does our reporting [...]

When people hear the word “farm,” the only indoor portion of the farm they picture is the big red barn. But many modern farms are entirely indoors, which has everything to do with control over the growing environment. Most of this control comes from LED horticultural lighting. This lighting [...]

Like a watchful stage manager, the driver works behind the scenes of a LED display, making sure the show is running smoothly. Drivers regulate power so that lighting performs optimally and efficiently. At American Bright, we scrutinize the quality of LED drivers to the same degree we test the [...]

Mini-LEDs refer to a newer class of LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology that is smaller than traditional LEDs. Mini-LEDs are used to create displays with better contrast ratios, brightness, and energy efficiency compared to older LED technologies. To date, mini-LED technology represents the best version of local dimming and [...]