the illuminated floor is a branded architectural application

The SSL2101 also offers non-isolated and isolated solutions in one chip. It has an additional input that can be used to detect demagnetization of the inductive element, ensuring full utilization of the magnetic material and preventing hard switching of the current. The device has in-built circuitry to reduce capacitive switch-on losses and optimize valley switching efficiencies therefore making the SSL2101 an effective power converter at low power levels. The SSL2101 uses on-time mode control and frequency control to control the LED brightness. This combined effect of both frequency variation and on-time control results in a dimming curve similar to that of an incandescent lamp. The usage of both control methods also enables the designer to reduce peak current, helping in the reduction of audible transformer or inductor noise.

The IC offers a reliable and safe thermal solution via a thermal enhanced package with a built-in Over Temperature Protection (OTP). It also features Short-Winding Protection (SWP), Over Current Protection (OCP) and is aligned with regulations on safety and power factor.The floor elements will be assembled like a jigsaw puzzle in less than four days, and was the highlight of the new showroom of UAE-based furniture giant Pan Emirates, which is situated next to the Mall of the Emirates. Almost 15 000 LEDs were used for this project. The red, green and blue color-changing LEDs have an expected lifespan of 10 to 15 years. The color settings and animation are controlled by an in-house developed computer system.

Kubik MD Dirk Durnez says that the illuminated floor is a branded architectural application that will not only set any desired mood in a venue, but will also allow clients to highlight products and showcase product launches and promotional events. He notes that the illuminated floor is a true marketing tool. They believe this will set a new trend in the way architects, interior designers and showroom designers design shops and shop-windows. The Kubik floor allows brands to stage their products.Kubik finance director Jean-Michel Koenig says they are convinced that the world's largest color-changing floor will boost awareness of this new approach in shop and showroom design, as well as architecture and interior design for corporate, commercial and even private use.