Energy-harvesting wireless sensor networks
01 Understand the basics
Energy-harvesting wireless sensors use micro-energy convertors — in the form of motion converters, solar cells or temperature convertors — to power sensors, switches and other devices. Unlike wi-fi networks, sensors and products communicate with each other by using wireless radio systems to transmit low-data messages over short paths.
02 Flexibility is key
In a flexible wireless energy harvesting system, products are interoperable, allowing equipment from different manufacturers to communicate and operate in one system. It is possible to combine a light switch from manufacturer A with a sensor from manufacturer B and a presence detector from manufacturer C.
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