LED intelligent lighting device with sensor would save 65% energy

By using sensors to detect traffic flow, connected street lighting in St. Gallen, Switzerland, can significantly reduce energy consumption.

Local city engineers can manage all lighting in the pilot area through a web-based console. The operator can turn the lights on or off, or dim them individually or in a specified group. At the same time, lighting can be controlled based on the time of day, the day of the week, and/or the time of year.

At the same time, sensors integrated in the luminaire provide autonomous control by detecting late night traffic. Responsible for the pilot area is high-tech lighting manufacturer Osram and wireless sensor network technology company Paraox Engineering SA. They expect the new lighting to save 65% energy compared to traditional outdoor lighting technology.