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The Evolution of Light Bulbs: A Dive into GE's "Bright from the Start" CFL
In the world of lighting technology, the compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) represents a significant evolution from the ubiquitous incandescent bulb. At the forefront of this progress was General Electric (GE), which unveiled its intriguing “Bright from the Start” CFL—a bulb that combined two distinct lighting technologies into a single unit. This article explores the innovation behind this hybrid bulb, the challenges faced in fluorescent lighting technology, and how these advancements were shaped by the limitations of their time.