New Micro LED smart projector by ams OSRAM and ELEPN to enable interactive and multifaceted visualizations in smart cities

Shanghai, China (September 13, 2024) — ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, today announced the launch of the new MLP300 by its partner ELEPN at the 25th China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE). Designed by the micro-projection module supplier ELEPN, this groundbreaking Micro LED smart projector includes a trendsetting LED innovation from ams OSRAM: EVIYOS® Shape. Boasting smart technology, high brightness and a low power consumption, the MLP3000 is ideal for applications in the fields of architainment, entertainment, machine vision and various urban projection scenarios, promising to enhance interactive visual experiences.

The ELEPN Micro LED smart projector features ams OSRAM's innovative EVIYOS® Shape. Originally developed for automotive applications, the leading EVIYOS® technology from ams OSRAM has now been adapted for use in illumination applications, such as architainment and projection. It breaks new ground in terms of light output, energy efficiency and reliability — in line with ELEPN's stringent standards for high-quality, intelligent lighting solutions. This top-notch technology is built around a unified matrix of pixelized Micro LED chips containing 25,600 pixels, each of which can be individually controlled. The precise control over each pixel allows for highly accurate and tailored lighting designs. This makes EVIYOS® Shape ideal for customizing lighting designs to meet various needs while maintaining efficient energy use across each chip.

Powered by the groundbreaking EVIYOS® Shape innovation from ams OSRAM, the ELEPN Micro LED smart projector excels in energy efficiency and smart capabilities. Operating in AI Projector (APL) mode, it can reduce energy consumption by up to 80%. Moreover, its intelligent light control system allows precise adjustments to each pixel of EVIYOS® Shape: simply ideal for sophisticated lighting and display options. This robust technology perfectly suits a huge variety of urban and entertainment lighting applications — such as projecting outdoor advertisements onto the facades of iconic buildings and highlighting specific product details tailored to customer needs, thus enabling the creation of professional and dynamic visual effects.

The ELEPN Micro LED smart projector features an integrated design that combines several functional modules into a compact size — including drive controls, optical systems, cooling units, and both wired and wireless communications. This modular design not only boosts the product's reliability, but users also benefit from extensive customization options: they can work flexibly with the modules under various scenarios and tailor the product to meet their specific needs. Additionally, this future-oriented product can seamlessly connect and interact with other smart devices, enabling sophisticated control and management.

Dr. Chen Wencheng, Global Senior Director of Applications at ams OSRAM, emphasizes: “EVIYOS® Shape has taken smart lighting technology to new heights, opening up a wealth of possibilities for smart cities and various urban projection scenarios. We are excited to collaborate with ELEPN, a seasoned expert in micro-projection displays, to jointly drive forward innovation and growth in the smart lighting sector. These advancements will also have a significant impact across a wider array of applications.”

Liu Haipeng, General Manager of ELEPN, commented: “The EVIYOS® technology from ams OSRAM has revolutionized automotive lighting and greatly inspired our illumination, projection and architainment applications. This breakthrough underpins the high quality and user-friendly design of the ELEPN Micro LED smart projector, enabling our clients to shorten development cycles and quickly expand into various sectors.”

Scheduled to be launched on the market in October 2024, the ELEPN Micro LED smart projector has already been successfully implemented in selective smart lighting, video welcome mats, interactive floor games and digital signage. Its unique lighting effects do more than just enhance urban and entertainment areas; they usher in a new visual style marked by artistry and interactivity.