Guilin Xu

Title: Guilin Xu and His Building-Facade Lighting Module.

Introduction

Guilin Xu is an inventor associated with Kassel, Germany. His work includes a patented lighting module designed for building façades, particularly glazed façades.

Latest Patents

Xu is listed as an inventor on 1 patent: “Lighting Module for a Building Facade.” The invention describes a module with transparent front and rear base panels that form an intermediate space. Within that space, multiple microsheet elements are attached to one of the panels by hinge-like fastening sections. Each element has an opaque sheet section with a lighting surface and can pivot around a horizontal axis from a closed position that blocks light into one or more open positions that allow light to pass through. The design provides a way to control light transmission across a façade.

Career Highlights

Xu is associated with Nanoscale Glasstec GmbH and the University of Kassel. His patent reflects an interest in combining façade glazing with adjustable lighting and light-control features.

Collaborations

Xu’s listed coworker is Hartmut Hillmer. Their association connects the invention with work involving façade technology and lighting.

Conclusion

Guilin Xu’s patented lighting module presents a hinged microsheet design for controlling light through glazed building façades, reflecting his work in architectural glazing and lighting technology.