Project Duration:
March 2019 – August 2019
The Möbius strip is a fascinating mathematical object, as it only has one side. Although it can be created easily by half-twisting a simple strip and joining the ends together, it displays a surprisingly complex shape. Together with Nicola Ringele, I designed and built a ceiling light based on the Möbius strip. From every viewing angle, the light offers an entirely different silhouette, and it manages to have a mesmerizing character.
Design
A strip of spring steel, half-twisted and the ends spot-welded, forms the foundation for the LED strips. Not only does the spring steel offer the needed stiffness, but it also acts as a heat sink for the high-power LED strips. We selected strips with warm and cold white LEDs to adapt the tone of the light to the daylight. The strips use FCOB technology to create a uniform light without needing an additional diffuser.
Powering the light
With up to 90 W power consumption, the Möbius strip light can illuminate a room in bright daylight. However, the custom LED dimmer can dim and change the tone of the light to more cozy lighting conditions. The power supply and dimmer are hidden in the round base. Made of plywood and a strip of sheet steel, it perfectly blends in with the spring steel of the Möbius strip.
