Focusing on creating a flat-panel LED lighting system for architectural and commercial lighting for global markets,Rambus Inc. and GE Lighting signed a licensing agreement for the use of Rambus'patented lighting innovations, including its product reference designs and manufacturing process know-how.

Rambus launched its Lighting and Display Technology business in 2009, taking advantage of a technology-licensing platform that the company has developed over the past 20 years. During that time, Rambus has licensed its patented inventions to industry-leading electronics companies for computers, HDTVs and gaming systems.

Using this licensing platform, GE has access to breakthrough Rambus lighting technology for a broad range of compelling new LED-based illumination products.

Rambus'suite of advanced lighting solutions is based on patented innovations, including LED edge-lit optical designs, MicroLens™ light distribution features, and high-volume, low-cost light guide panel and multi-function film manufacturing technologies.