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Energy harvesting with IoT in the industrial sector


One of the biggest problems faced by commerical or industrial establishments is supplying enough electricity for all of the communication devices. Large-scale energy generating has historically included renewable energy sources.


On a smaller scale, this kind of energy creation also exists. It is referred to as "energy harvesting." Small energy converters "capture" energy from changes in temperature, light, or movement. These energy levels are adequate to run a wireless sensor and send data over radio.


Radio sensors are becoming sustainable thanks to this energy-harvesting technology because they don't even require wiring or battery power, which is not only cost-effective but also ecologically beneficial.


Although changing a battery is a very quick process in and of itself, the costs associated with getting to the site, finding the sensor, testing the device, and documenting the procedure all significantly rise. Batteries are sometimes claimed to have a service life of several years, but in reality, maintenance companies typically replace them once every one to two years, at the very most, to prevent premature failures.


In industrial production, sensors are essential. They can be applied, for instance, to condition-based maintenance or the monitoring of quality and processes.



If you are in the industrial sector and interested in implementing IoT technology into your workplace operations, get your FREE consultation now with Promptus Ltd, by visiting our homepage or contacting us via email at: info@promptusltd.com.

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