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Improving Energy Efficiency of Wireless Communication Circuitry in Miscellaneous Electric Loads

As part of an ongoing effort to enhance low-power wireless communication, this project will develop a wireless connectivity module made of radio frequency (RF) hardware and systems software that enables RF connectivity at over 50% lower active power consumption for integration into MELs.
Scope
Funded Performer
University of Virginia
Partners (not funded)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
University of Michigan
Agreement Total
$2,400,000
Match Total
$272,000
Project Start Date
Project End Date
Program Information
Funding Organization
Department of Energy
Program Area
Emerging Technologies
Project Manager
Marina Sofos
Agreement Type
Funding Opportunity
Project Details
Ongoing Initiative or Research Project
Research Project
Grid, Whole Building, or Technology
Technology
Technology Type
Other
Building Type
Single Family,
Multifamily,
Commercial
New or Existing
New
Existing
DR Focus?
No
Code/Standard Focus?
No
Locale
City
Charlottesville
State
Virginia