Enhancing Library Management With Battery-Free Sensors
G V Krishna Sharath, Khusbu Thakur · Advances in computer and electrical engineering book series · 2025
This chapter delves into the qualitative aspects of integrating battery-free sensor networks (BF-WSNs) within the library ecosystem. The examination begins with how libraries operate and manage their resources, focusing on aspects such as circulation, patron behaviour, and environmental factors, including hygrothermal conditions, light, dust, and airflow. The goal is to enhance library management practices and improve services for patrons. The chapter explores how current studies and implementations of BF-WSNs align with library operational needs and assesses potential integrations across different functions. It also discusses suitable energy harvesting methods tailored to specific circumstances within the library setting; additionally, the advantages and disadvantages of BF-WSNs are evaluated along with their future potential in the library domain. Through this comprehensive analysis, the effective application of these sensor networks to advance library operations and conservation efforts is highlighted.