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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2012 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
- ISSN
- 0260-2288
- DOI
- 10.1108/02602281211209374
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review the technology and applications of solar‐powered sensors. Design/methodology/approach – Following a short introduction, this paper first considers photovoltaic technology and then describes a selection of solar‐powered sensors and their applications. Findings – It is shown that solar‐powered sensors may be used as nodes in wireless sensor networks and also as stand‐alone devices. They offer a number of key operational and economic benefits and find applications in such diverse fields as structural and environmental monitoring, traffic management, weather forecasting, agriculture, process control, gas detection, satellite remote sensing and healthcare. Originality/value – The paper illustrates the important role that solar‐powered sensors and systems play in a wide range of applications and industries.
Journal
Sensor Review – Emerald Publishing
Published: Mar 23, 2012
Keywords: Sensors; Solar power; Energy management; Solar cell; Photovoltaics; Energy harvesting; Wireless sensor network