Sending a Number Over Wifi: Energy Requirements

In summary, the conversation discusses the energy requirements for a project involving Wifi transmission. The device will need to send a 1-3 digit number to a computer or phone that is 5-15 feet away. The amount of energy required will depend on factors such as the device, antenna, control, protocol, and environmental noise. The use of conventional protocols may require more energy for establishing the connection compared to sending the short digit. The suggestion to look at Bluetooth low energy devices for typical energy requirements is also mentioned.
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I'm currently working on a project involving Wifi transmission. The device needs to send a 1-3 digit number to a computer/phone that is 5-15 feet away. Approximately how much energy will this take to send one number?

Thank you!

Austin
 
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Depends on your device, its antenna, how much control you have over the device, the protocol, the noise in the environment and various other things.
If you use conventional protocols, establishing the connection will need much more energy than sending the short digit.
 
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nsaspook said:
You can look at the Bluetooth low energy device for typical energy requirements.
http://www.ti.com/lit/an/swra347a/swra347a.pdf

which is what I suggested to him on another forum :smile:

tried to get him to understand that as long as the link is connected power is being used and the periodic transmission of data
just slightly increases the power usage.Dave
 
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1. What is the energy requirement for sending a number over wifi?

The energy requirement for sending a number over wifi depends on various factors such as the distance between the devices, strength of the wifi signal, and the type of wifi technology being used. Generally, sending a small amount of data, like a number, over wifi requires very little energy.

2. Does sending a number over wifi consume more energy than sending other types of data?

In most cases, sending a number over wifi consumes less energy compared to sending other types of data such as images or videos. This is because numbers are smaller in size and require less data to be transmitted.

3. Can the energy requirement for sending a number over wifi be reduced?

Yes, the energy requirement for sending a number over wifi can be reduced by using energy-efficient wifi protocols, optimizing the wifi network, and reducing the distance between the devices. Additionally, the device's power-saving settings can also help in reducing energy consumption.

4. Are there any alternatives to sending a number over wifi to reduce energy consumption?

Yes, there are alternative methods for sending a number that may consume less energy than wifi. This includes using Bluetooth or NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, which requires less power and is suitable for short-range communication.

5. How does the energy requirement for sending a number over wifi impact battery life?

The impact of sending a number over wifi on battery life is minimal. As mentioned earlier, sending a small amount of data over wifi requires very little energy, so the impact on battery life is negligible. However, frequent and long data transfers over wifi can drain the battery faster.

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