LIFI Prof. Harald Haas is a technology of high brightness light
emitting diodes(LED).It is bidirectional ,high speed and fully networked
wireless communication.
LiFi is designed to use LED light bulbs
similar to those currently in use in many energy-conscious homes and offices.
However, LiFi bulbs are outfitted with a chip that modulates the light imperceptibly for
optical data transmission. LiFi data is transmitted by the LED bulbs and
received by photoreceptors.
LiFi's early developmental models were
capable of 150 megabits-per-second (Mbps). Some commercial kits enabling that
speed have been released. In the lab, with stronger LEDs and different
technology, researchers have enabled 10 gigabits-per-second (Gbps), which is faster than 802.11ad.
Benefits of LiFi:
·
More
secure because data cannot be intercepted without a clear line of sight.
·
Eliminates
neighboring network interference.
·
Unimpeded
by radio interference.
·
Does
not create interference in sensitive electronics, making it better for use in
environments like hospitals and aircraft.
By using LiFi in all the lights in and
around a building, the technology could enable greater area of coverage than a
single WiFi router.
Drawbacks to the technology include the need for a clear line of sight,
difficulties with mobility and the requirement that lights stay on for
operation.
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