![]() Several US patents for glow stick-type devices were issued in 1973-74. Other early work on chemiluminescence was carried out at the same time, by researchers under Herbert Richter at China Lake Naval Weapons Center. Rauhut, of American Cyanamid, based on work by Edwin A. Industrial uses include marine, transportation, and mining.īis(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl-6-carbopentoxyphenyl)oxalate, trademarked "Cyalume", was invented in 1971 by Michael M. Glow sticks are also used for light in military and emergency services applications. Glow sticks are often used for recreation, such as for events, camping, outdoor exploration, and concerts. The light cannot be turned off and can be used only once. It consists of a translucent plastic tube containing isolated substances that, when combined, make light through chemiluminescence. Different color glow sticks meant for use as braceletsĪ glow stick, also known as a light stick, chem light, light wand, light rod, and rave light, is a self-contained, short-term light-source.
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