How bright can sonoluminescence be?

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Sonoluminescence involves the emission of light from bubbles in a liquid when subjected to intense sound waves. The discussion revolves around whether single or multi-bubble sonoluminescence produces brighter light, with an emphasis on the choice of liquid and gas used in the process. Participants express skepticism about achieving significant brightness, noting that existing sonoluminescence examples show limited light output. The potential for creating a functional "light bulb" using this phenomenon is questioned, particularly regarding its ability to illuminate a dark room. Overall, achieving a practical and bright sonoluminescent light source remains uncertain and challenging.
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I'm interested in building a sort-of sonoluminescence "light bulb" for fun. Something that could be turned on or off with the flick of a switch. Obviously, the brighter the light emitted, the better.

Here are my questions:
Will single bubble or multi bubble sonoluminescence produce more light?

How can I get the brightest possible light? Basically the only three factors would be single or multi bubble, liquid used, and gas used, I think.

How bright will I be able to get it? Enough to light up a dark room a little, or no chance?
 
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Drakkith said:
This picture below is a long exposure photograph of sonoluminescence. As you can see it is not bright at all. http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/c/c4/MBSLred.JPG

The effects of sonoluminescence, from what I've read, is very dependent on the substances used during the process. I'm wondering if any substance or other changes have a noticeable effect on light emission.
 
I couldn't tell you, sorry.
 
Yeah, I didn't really expect anyone to know, this is pretty niche stuff.
 
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