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Sammi

#7
25/09/2024 22:10:14
Quote from: Ria on 30/07/2024 23:28:15We can only hope he stays there and keeps giving his wonderful light for as long as possible 8)
The lantern was still there on the 17th of September, but as it wasn't dark we don't know if he still works... ???
Hugs and STUFF, Sammi in Aberdeen xXx 8)
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There are two types of light: The glow that illuminates, and the glare that obscures.
James Grover Thurber (8th of December 1894 – 2nd of November 1961)

Sammi

#6
25/09/2024 22:05:57
Well said that man.! :love:

Apart from the bit about that which must not be mentioned... :mrg:
Hugs and STUFF, Sammi in Aberdeen xXx 8)
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There are two types of light: The glow that illuminates, and the glare that obscures.
James Grover Thurber (8th of December 1894 – 2nd of November 1961)

AgentHalogen_87

#5
25/09/2024 21:10:30
It's too common to fall entirely out of favour. It's time as the primary street light source might be over. But its steadfast service is sorely missed. A vanguard of high intensity lighting. Arguably the first energy saving lamp. A capable design, whose success was ensured by mass production at a low cost. When its useful service expired, it found a new lease of life in collections. And forged a legend anew. The mercury lamp: Classic light bulb. Durable. And always working well.


From households, to factories; cinemas, or streets. Classrooms, dentists, offices, shops. Floodlights, spotlights. Accent lights, nightlights. Oven lights and lava lamps. Plane, car, or boat. Domestic. Industry. Retail. Sports. No other light source fills such a broad role; nor is any other engrained as deeply into human culture. It's such a simple thing. And yet, its effect could not be more profound. The filament lamp: Elegant. Effective. Eternal.


It may not enjoy a decisive victory over its rival, but its bold design certainly made an impression. An evolutionary step for lighting. And notice to the incumbent kings  :lps: :hps: , that their reign had come to an end. The LED: Future vision. Exotic operation. King slayer.


Over a century and a half of service, and ready for 100 years more. A classic without compromise. The perfect intersection of ergonomics, reliable operation, and pure paraffin power. The light source that forgot to become obsolete. It's lost its exotic edge. No longer is it the windproof wonder that changed outdoor nightlife the world over. But it's matured into an iconic antique; that may just outlast us all. The hurricane lantern: Simple. Universal. Perfect.


It has a distinct, but subdued charm. It makes a bold statement, but is never brash. Its legacy may never live up to the filament lamp. But it shares many attributes of the GLS design. Just a regular light source. No showing off, just showing up, and getting the job done. The fluorescent tube: Classic. Retro. Reliable.


It is an important historical light source. And one that helped shape the future of energy efficiency. While its time in service was short, during its reign it was state of the art. And gave those who used it a distinct advantage over the older lamps. The perfect blend of technology and availability. The CFL: Cool. Composed. Competent.


It's not the most efficient light source, nor the most practical. But, it simply doesn't have to be. It's good enough. It excels where it's needed most. It is the perfect large area light source. Designed for duty, but destined for fame. An imposing presence that has garnered great acclaim. from classic 80s high mast lighting to modern agriculture today. Its use spans decades; and yet it remains a favourite. The SON lamp: Neutral. Ubiquitous. Quality.  


A whole new class of energy efficiency. The very definition of cheap to run. From all the other lighting technologies, nothing delivers more. The antithesis of colour. Perfect for streets. Completely impractical to use indoors. But it gets a pass; by virtue of being, absolutely awesome. The SOX lamp: Unbelievable. Unmistakable. Unforgettable.



Short statements about each lamp technology I have used. No 'standard' poetic structure, but how I choose to write about things.
Written 2022-2024
compiled 20-09-2024
The warmup of a SOX lamp - An unmistakable quirk, of an extraordinary light source!

Sammi

#4
20/08/2024 16:57:14 Last Edit: 20/08/2024 17:05:18 by Sammi
Our oldest lamp filled up with smoke
Poor Thomas has gone and broke
There was the sound of a crack
Now we'll never get him back
At nearly 70 years old
They're no longer sold

This was written on the 23rd of August 2018.
Hugs and STUFF, Sammi in Aberdeen xXx 8)
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There are two types of light: The glow that illuminates, and the glare that obscures.
James Grover Thurber (8th of December 1894 – 2nd of November 1961)

Sammi

#3
30/07/2024 23:29:59
Absolutely, and we can even supply his owners with lampses.! 8)
Hugs and STUFF, Sammi in Aberdeen xXx 8)
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There are two types of light: The glow that illuminates, and the glare that obscures.
James Grover Thurber (8th of December 1894 – 2nd of November 1961)

Ria

#2
30/07/2024 23:28:15
We can only hope he stays there and keeps giving his wonderful light for as long as possible 8)
Ria in Aberdeen
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"There is no shame in not knowing; the shame lies in not finding out." (Russian proverb)

Sammi

#1
30/07/2024 09:08:56
We saw a lonely SOX light
It was a wonderful sight
That soft amber glow
That we will soon forego
He is holding his own
But will soon be overthrown
By the march of LEDs
That the government decrees

Here is the lamp that inspired me to write the pome. :-*
Hugs and STUFF, Sammi in Aberdeen xXx 8)
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There are two types of light: The glow that illuminates, and the glare that obscures.
James Grover Thurber (8th of December 1894 – 2nd of November 1961)
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